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The image shows a portrait of a man from the waist up. He is facing slightly to the left, looking directly at the viewer. The man has a pointed beard, mustache, and graying hair combed back. He wears an elaborate costume with a lace ruff collar, patterned sleeves, and a striped outer garment. In his right hand, he holds a quill pen, with an open book on the table in front of him. Various instruments are on the table. The background has an ornate frame with Latin inscription and decorative elements. The engraving is monochromatic with fine lines and shading for texture and depth.

Print1951.11.238

Aaron Rathborne

Simon de Passe

published 1616 · engraving

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The image depicts an engraved portrait of a man seated from the waist up. His body is slightly turned to the right as he looks directly at the viewer. The man has distinct facial features, including a trimmed beard and mustache, with short, slicked-back hair. He wears a high-collared lace neck ruffle and a textured cloak over an embroidered garment. In his left hand, he holds a pair of compasses above an open book. The background shows an ornate oval frame with Latin inscriptions and scrollwork. To the left, there are shelves with books, and various scientific instruments like globes and measuring devices are visible in the foreground.

Print1951.11.239

Aaron Rathborne

Simon de Passe

published 1616 · engraving

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The image shows tall trees on the left side reaching towards a cloud-filled sky. The horizon is located in the upper third. In the distance, a line of trees and a structure resembling a staircase or embankment are visible. Small figures are on the steps. The brushwork appears detailed and precise, likely etching. The color palette is monochromatic, using black and white shades.

Print1997.18.1

Abandoned Park

Louis Gabriel Moreau the Elder

c. 1780 · etching on light blue laid paper

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The image displays a landscape with a riverbank, ancient structures, trees, ruins, foliage, and a calm body of water. The scene is depicted in an etching style with intricate lines and hatching, utilizing a monochromatic color palette of greys and blacks.

Print2000.7.24

Abandoned Village

Alphonse Legros

Date not recorded · etching and drypoint on laid paper

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The image showcases a pastoral landscape with a river or stream in the foreground. The vista extends into the distance with a horizon lined by foliage and old structures. The etching technique uses fine lines to depict textures and depth, detailing the overgrown banks and rooftops. The color palette is monochromatic, emphasizing light and shadow. The water shows gentle ripples reflecting the scene, with aged buildings partially concealed by vegetation. The scene transitions to a light sky in the distance, emphasizing perspective.

Print1950.4.28

Abandoned Village (Le village abondonne)

Alphonse Legros

Date not recorded · etching and drypoint?

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The image shows a man sitting on a rearing horse. He is holding the reins in one hand and a sword in the other. The man has distinct facial features, including a large nose and a styled beard. He wears a turban, a robe with a sash, and tight-fitting trousers. The saddle is detailed, and the background is a simple landscape with sparse vegetation. The text "THE KING OF PERSIA" is displayed above the image.

Print1951.11.919

Abbas I, Shah of Persia

Unknown Artist

Date not recorded · engraving

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The image displays a large building with a gabled roof and windows in the distance, along with adjacent trees. Nearby is a church-like structure with a steeple partly hidden by trees. In the forefront, there are rows of cultivated plants, potentially a vineyard, divided by wooden fencing. Closest to the viewer are railway tracks running horizontally across the scene. The color scheme consists of sepia and gray tones typical of an old photograph, evoking a vintage and nostalgic atmosphere.

Photograph2006.133.23

Abbaye du Gard pres d' Abbeville

Édouard-Denis Baldus

c. 1855 · salted paper print

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This is a drawing of a skeleton and allegorical scenes with death. In the center, there is an elaborate framed depiction of a skeletal figure representing death, holding a scythe and engaging with figures in medieval attire. The setting appears to be a medieval courtyard, with arches and Gothic architectural elements. Surrounding this central narrative is an ornately detailed architectural frame that includes pilasters topped with urns or decorative vases and two female figures holding vessels on either side. At the bottom, a skeleton is artistically displayed, forming a memento mori theme. The drawing uses intricate line work to depict these rich textures and elaborate details.

Print1943.3.4888

Abbess

Wenceslaus Hollar after Hans Holbein the Younger after Abraham van Diepenbeeck

1651 · etching with border "Time and Eternity" (Pennington 233C)

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This is a drawing of a cloaked figure interacting with a skeletal figure amidst ornate and symbolic elements. The central image depicts a skeletal figure with a crown, holding a spade and a staff with a crown hooked on it, engaged in a dynamic pose against a cloaked figure holding a book and a yoke. The backdrop reveals a picturesque countryside with small structures, trees, and clouds in the sky. Surrounding this scene, the border is adorned with symbolic items such as crowns, masks, and what appears to be a papal tiara. These items rest atop columns where two armored figures flank the central scene, one holding a spear and shield while the other leans on a club. Below the main scene, a Latin inscription is etched into the frame, referencing Proverbs 5:23. Additionally, the base of the image features an arrangement of objects including a skull, hat, and sword. The entire artwork is intricately detailed, illustrating a theme of life, death, knowledge, and power through its symbolic and allegorical elements.

Print1943.3.4887

Abbot

Wenceslaus Hollar after Hans Holbein the Younger after Abraham van Diepenbeeck

1651 · etching with border "Minerva and Hercules" (Pennington 233B)

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Drawing2009.70.126

Abbot Antonio Niccolini

Pier Leone Ghezzi

c. 1725 · pen and iron gall ink over graphite on laid paper

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The image shows an engraving of a man from the chest upwards. He is facing forward, slightly turned to his right. The man has a beard and wrinkles around his eyes, with his hair covered by a flat cap. He is wearing a 16th-century robe with a ruffled collar and a cloak with patterns. He holds a small book. The background features an engraved cityscape with buildings and towers along a riverside. The image is framed by an ornate border with Latin text around the portrait.

Print1951.11.145

Abbot George, Archbishop of Canterbury

Simon de Passe

Date not recorded · engraving

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The image is a portrait showing the upper body of a man seated and facing forward. His head is slightly turned to his right, looking directly outwards. He has a long, full beard and short hair under a flat black cap; his facial features are marked by a prominent forehead and a serious expression. He is dressed in voluminous garments that appear to be robes, with a white ruff collar and visible long sleeves. In his right hand, he holds a closed book or manuscript. The background is an intricately designed border featuring symbolic imagery and Latin inscriptions, enclosing the figure within a decorative oval frame. The lower part of the image includes some additional scripted text.

Print1951.11.146

Abbot George, Archbishop of Canterbury

Simon de Passe

Date not recorded · engraving

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The image shows a person leaning against a stone structure with their left arm extended horizontally to support themselves. Their head is slightly bowed forward, and the shadow partially obscures their facial features. The person's hair appears tousled and dark. They are wearing a loose-fitting garment that wraps around their torso and drapes down to their lower legs, along with sandals on their feet. The extended left arm is holding a rosary, with the beads hanging down. The background consists of a textured stone wall, indicating an architectural setting, with intricate patterns and shadows giving depth to the scene.

Print2013.31.16

Abbrutimento (Ricordo di Constantinopoli) [Brutalization (Souvenir of Constantinople)]

Alberto Pasini

before 1870 · etching

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The image is an engraving depicting an upper body portrait of a person seated and facing slightly to their right. The person has distinct facial features, curly hair mostly covered by a cap or headpiece, and is dressed in layered clothing with detailed folds. Their hands are positioned in front of them. In the background, there is a circular border with Latin text. The style of the engraving is detailed and textured.

Print1974.55.7.l

Abdias

Theodor Galle after Jan van der Straet

published 1613 · engraving on laid paper

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The image features elongated, flowing shapes extending from an open window on the left. These shapes lead into a main form resembling a flying creature with a long neck and pointed beak. The creature's wings stretch outwards, creating a sense of movement. Below, there are clusters of detailed flowers. The juxtaposition of the flying figure with the floral elements creates visual tension.

Print1995.82.9

Abduction (Entführung)

Max Klinger

1878/1880 · etching and aquatint in black on chine collé

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This is a drawing of mythological creatures in a dynamic scene. A centaur is depicted engaging with a unicorn. The background consists of swirling clouds and a rugged landscape. The drawing includes intricate details showing the textures and forms of the creatures. The style resembles an old master's engraving style.

Print1943.3.3534

Abduction on a Unicorn

Albrecht Dürer

1516 · etching (iron) on laid paper

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The image shows an engraved portrait of a man from the waist up, in a seated position facing slightly to the left. He is holding a small closed book in his left hand. The man has a stern expression with deep-set eyes, a straight nose, a pointed mustache, and a slightly receding hairline with short cropped hair. He is wearing a dark garment with an intricate ruff around his neck. The background features a patterned, textured area and an emblem or seal at the top. There is text on the portrait indicating the person's name and title beneath the image, with ornate calligraphy.

Print1950.14.186

Abel Bede, Minister

Unknown Artist

Date not recorded · engraving

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The image shows a man standing in a distinguished pose. He displays a strong gaze, high forehead, and well-defined cheekbones. His hair is styled in a formal, powdered manner typical of the 18th century. He wears richly decorated clothing with intricate embroidery and fur trim, including a sash and lace cuffs. His right hand rests on what appears to be an architectural drawing on an ornately carved table. In the background, heavy drapery is drawn in a formal setting, possibly indicating a grand interior or stage. A curtain with tassels hangs prominently, adding to the opulent atmosphere. The overall setting exudes an air of elegance and high status.

Print1943.3.8825

Abel Francois Poisson, Marquis de Marigny

Johann Georg Wille after Louis Tocqué

Date not recorded · engraving

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Print1991.164.30

Abel Servien

Claude Mellan

in or after 1659 · engraving on laid paper

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This is a drawing of a group of armed figures and horses in a forested landscape. In the foreground, there are several figures equipped with weapons, including a soldier on horseback wearing armor and holding a lance. Beside him, another soldier stands, engaged in conversation, seemingly directing with a hand gesture. Additional figures and horses are visible, blending into the intricate detailing of the scene. The landscape features tall, thickly branched trees that dominate the composition, while the background reveals rocky formations and a distant view of a settlement or military camp.

Print1950.1.105

Abigail and David

Lucas van Leyden

in or before 1508 · engraving

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Shown from the hips up, a light-skinned woman with deeply flushed cheeks sits in an armchair, looking at us from under raised and pointed eyebrows in this vertical portrait painting. Her body is angled to our right but she turns to look at us with dark eyes lined with a few wrinkles. She has a long, pointed nose, slightly sagging jowls, and her thin, pale pink lips are pressed together in a line. Ringlets of chestnut-brown hair curl onto her forehead from under a frilly white bonnet that frames her face. The bonnet is tied with a wide, white ribbon around the top. The woman’s beet-red gown is cut low but her chest is covered with opaque white fabric that reaches to the frilled collar high on her neck. A sheer white shawl decorated with a pattern of scrolling, stylized leaves and vines drapes across her shoulders. Her right hand, closer to us, rests in her lap. The chair fills the width of the painting, and the woman almost fills the height. The arm of the chair is edged in wood, and the upholstery is patterned with mustard yellow, harvest gold, and tawny brown. The background lightens from dark brown in the upper left corner to tan in the lower right.

Painting1954.7.2

Abigail Smith Adams (Mrs. John Adams)

Gilbert Stuart

1800/1815 · oil on canvas

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Shown from the knees up, a pale-skinned woman looking off to the left from her seat on a divan wears a carnation-pink gown and a fur-lined cloak in this vertical portrait painting. Her body is angled to our left, and she looks into the distance with close-set, large, gray-blue eyes. She has dark brows, a straight nose, a full lower lip, and a slight double chin in her long, oval face. Pewter-gray hair is brushed back from her high forehead and bound up under a loose swath of lace and pearls. Her loose gown is gathered under a gold, pearl-lined belt that follows the shape of her breasts along the top edge and is straight across the bottom edge. Tufts of snow-white cloth are pulled out at the neckline and at the elbow. The skirt falls loosely under the cloak, which is marine blue on the outside. The white fur interior is speckled with black, suggesting ermine. The woman holds two ends of what might be a bracelet made up of at least ten strands of fine, purple beads. Each end has a gold fitting, perhaps clasps. Her navy-blue seat curves from behind her shoulders down and across the background under a coffee bean-brown background. The woman is lit starkly from the left, throwing her ear and the far side of her face, to our right, into shadow.

Painting1985.20.1

Abigail Smith Babcock (Mrs. Adam Babcock)

John Singleton Copley

c. 1774 · oil on canvas

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Three people are engaged with newspapers in various positions. From left to right: one person stands, holding up a large newspaper titled "LA PRESSE." In the center, another person is seated on a cushioned sofa or chair, leaning back while holding a small device. To the right, a person lies on the floor, propped on elbows, examining a newspaper titled "DES DEBATS." The room has a couch covered in cushions and a framed artwork hanging on the wall.

Print1943.3.3016

Abonnés recevant leur journal...

Honoré Daumier

1845 · lithograph

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The image shows four individuals reading newspapers in different positions. Two standing men are reading a newspaper titled "La Presse," a woman is reclined on a patterned sofa using a handheld device to read "Les Debats," and a man is lying on the floor examining a newspaper. The background consists of ashen walls and a large ornate picture frame.

Print1951.16.30

Abonnés recevant leur journal...

Honoré Daumier

1845 · lithograph

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