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The image shows a rugged landscape viewed from a high vantage point. A steep, rocky terrain leads to a flat plateau with ancient stone structures. The horizon is low in the frame, with open land stretching into the distance. The color palette is sepia tones, emphasizing rocky surfaces and architectural details. The sky is cloudless.

Photograph2006.170.9

Acoma Pueblo

Frederick Monsen

c. 1900 · gelatin silver print

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The sculpture in the image shows a stylized representation of a plant form, resembling a sprouting flower or leaf structure. It consists of layered, overlapping leaves curving elegantly from the base in an organic manner. The material appears smooth and solid, possibly stone, with a textured surface in some parts. The color is not clear due to the black-and-white photo, likely varying shades of gray. The sculpture is vertical, elongated, and detailed, capturing a sense of natural movement and growth.

Print2006.133.34.96

Aconitum

Karl Blossfeldt

1928 · photogravure

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The image shows a large, intricately detailed leaf with a long, slender stem at the bottom, fanning out into multiple pointed segments with textured surfaces. The color palette is monochromatic, consisting of shades of gray and black. The leaf is positioned centrally with the stem extending downward towards the bottom edge of the image, while the segmented ends of the leaf stretch outward, filling the upper part of the composition.

Print2006.133.34.31

Aconiyum anthora

Karl Blossfeldt

1928 · photogravure

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The image shows ancient ruins against a mountainous backdrop. Tall columns dominate the scene, with one prominent column on the right side. The columns rise vertically against rolling hills and a distinctive peak in the distance. The horizon is above the hills, creating a flat stretch across the composition. The lines in the artwork display various textures, emphasizing light and shadows. The color palette is monochromatic, with black, white, and grey tones. Swirling cloud patterns fill the sky above the static structure and landscape.

Print1943.3.6956

Acro, Corinth from Corinth

Joseph Pennell

1913 · lithograph

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Photograph2015.19.4590

Acrobat

Sasha Stone

c. 1930 · gelatin silver print

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Index of American Design1943.8.16867

Acrobat Albert

David Ramage

c. 1936 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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The image displays dynamic and erratic lines forming an intricate pattern suggesting movement. The shapes appear to merge a horse and a human figure, intertwining to create fluidity. The human form leans over the horse with outstretched limbs. In the background, linear shapes hint at spectators or an audience. The composition blends familiar elements into a stylized scene challenging traditional representations.

Print1987.47.1

Acrobat on a Horse (Voltigeuse zu Pferd)

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

1913 · drypoint on blotting paper

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The image displays bold, angular lines and geometric shapes forming an abstract scene with a border framing the composition. Within the scene, there are figures resembling a group of people engaging in a dynamic dance, with one figure in a flowing dress and another with a raised leg. The figures are depicted against a minimalist background with dark ovals.

Print2012.92.679

Acrobatic Dance

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

1911 · woodcut printed in black

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The image shows a landscape view from an elevated vantage point. The horizon features hills and a distant structure. In the foreground, there are cows grazing in sections of a field. The composition transitions into open fields and hills leading to the horizon. The artwork is rendered in monochrome, with varying intensities of black and gray, creating a serene scene.

Drawing2009.70.40

Across Bolham Water

Robert Polhill Bevan

Date not recorded · charcoal on heavy laid paper

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The image shows a view from a side angle of a cluster of trees and shrubs. The horizon is in the upper right corner, indicating an open area beyond the foliage. The etching technique creates depth and texture in the vegetation. The color scheme is mainly dark blacks and earthy tones against a lighter background, highlighting the contrast and depth of the lines. The foreground features detailed, twisted branches and foliage, with dynamic brush strokes. In the background, less detailed lines suggest a more open space compared to the dense vegetation in the foreground.

Print1951.19.11

Across Country (A travers champ)

Alphonse Legros

Date not recorded · drypoint

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The image shows a field with small figures, a line of distant trees, and the sky. The brushstrokes are delicate and pointillistic, creating a soft texture. The color palette includes muted greens, bright blue for the sky, and pops of pink and purple on the figures.

Print1950.16.265

Across Country (A travers champs)

Edouard Vuillard

1897/1898 (published 1899) · color lithograph on China paper

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The image shows a rural landscape from an elevated viewpoint. The horizon is high in the image, with distant hills fading into the sky. Small wooden farmhouses, barns, trees, and open fields are visible on rolling hills. Some barns with slanted roofs are on the right, and a few cows are grazing to the left. The color palette is sepia tones, giving a vintage and tranquil atmosphere. Trees line a winding road leading to the hazy background.

Photograph2014.29.1.29

Across Country from West Portal, N.J.

William H. Rau

c. 1895 · albumen silver print

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Train tracks slice across a flat, grassy landscape with log cabins to our left and a river and mountains to our right in this horizontal lithograph. The scene is printed with vivid colors and is packed with tiny details. A train engine puffing black smoke pulls five cars from the bottom right corner away into the distance, angling to our left before disappearing on the horizon, which comes about three quarters of the way up the composition. Writing across the tops of the first three cars reads, “Through line New York San Francisco” in all caps. The open windows on the fourth car are crowded with riders. Tucked into the lower left corner, eleven log-built structures are mostly clustered closely together. Children play and run around the open door of the building closest to us, which is labeled “Public School.” Other people in long skirts or suits, some in hats, stand waving near the tracks. Four men in long-sleeved shirts or jackets and long pants, all with hats, chop down trees or hold shovels in a wooded area in the lower left corner. Four wagons, three of them covered and drawn by ox, move away from the town. All of the people in the town and on the train appear to have pale, peachy skin. The black smoke pouring from the train engine turns to slate gray where it blankets the ground to our right. Two people with brown skin, long black hair, feathered headdresses, and yellow and red clothing sit on horseback and are nearly swallowed by the smoke. A glassy, blue river winds into the distance to our left. One person is in a canoe on the river, which is lined by pines and other trees. White clouds kick up against the snowy mountain peaks that span the right half of the horizon against an otherwise bright blue sky. The margin around the scene is foxed, speckled brown against the white paper. Printed below the image, in all caps, the title reads, “Across the Continent. “Westward the Course of Empire Takes Its Way.” In tiny letters, immediately below the printed image are three more inscriptions. They read, to the left, “J.M. Ives, Del.” At the center, “Entered according to Act of Congress in the year AD. 1868 by Currier & Ives in the Clerks Office of the District Court of the United States for the Southern District of New York.” And to the right, in all caps, “Drawn by F.F. Palmer.”

Print1985.64.160

Across the Continent: "Westward the Course of Empire Takes Its Way"

Frances Flora Bond Palmer

1868 · lithograph with hand coloring and touches of gum arabic on wove paper

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The image shows a man in a pinstripe suit and bow tie bending over with one arm extended, a woman in a long dress facing away, two individuals conversing, and a small dog playing or chasing something. In the background, there are dense trees, a large gazebo with ornate detailing, a railing, and round street lamps.

Print1995.82.2

Action (Handlung)

Max Klinger

1878/1880 · etching in black on chine collé

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This print depicts two people standing and conversing outside. The person on the left is turned to the right with one hand in their pants pocket, wearing a dark jacket and dark vest over a light shirt and light pants. They have short hair, a round, pale face, and are clean-shaven. The person on the right is standing upright, facing the left, wearing a long dark coat over a lighter shirt and gray pants. They have pale skin, short, white hair, and they are holding their hands together in front of them. In the background, there are dark trees and a large building to the right. The sky is a gradient of light gray at the top to white towards the horizon.

Print1943.3.3175

Actionnaires Californiens

Honoré Daumier

1850 · lithograph

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Two men are standing on a cobblestone street facing each other. The man on the left wears a hat, a striped suit, and his hands are in his pockets. The man on the right wears a top hat, a dark jacket, and has his hands resting near his pockets. The background features tall buildings with some architectural details.

Print2015.143.1037

Actionnaires de chemins de fer causant dividendes

Honoré Daumier

1848 · lithograph

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Print1979.49.21

Actionnaires de mines...

Honoré Daumier

1838 · lithograph on newsprint

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The image shows a man in a three-quarter view standing with one hand in his pocket. He is depicted with distinct facial features, wearing a double-breasted suit with a textured background. The signature "H. Ibs [illegible]" is at the bottom right corner. The style of the image is monochrome and illustrative.

Portfolio1947.7.175

Actor

Henri-Gabriel Ibels

1893 · lithograph

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A figure is shown in a three-quarter view, with the upper body visible beside a mirror. The person is depicted in a dynamic pose with one arm raised above their head. The facial features are drawn with distinct lines, emphasizing a sharp nose, prominent cheekbones, and an open mouth. The individual has curly hair. They are wearing a long garment with a slightly open collar. The mirror reflects a distorted version of the person, emphasizing the wildness of their hair and expression. Objects surround the mirror. The background is a dark, wash-colored wall.

Drawing1943.3.3242

Actor Posing in Front of a Mirror

Honoré Daumier

1870s? · pen and black ink with crayon and watercolor on heavy laid paper

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Print1949.5.473

Actresses in Their Dressing Rooms

Edgar Degas

1879/1880 · etching and aquatint on wove paper

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The image is a black and white illustration of a group of people seated together, filling the frame from the waist up to their heads. The central figure is a man wearing a light-colored cap, with discernible facial features including wide eyes and a large smile. His attire consists of a long-sleeve shirt. On either side of him, there are men and women who are dressed in formal 19th-century clothing, including top hats and shawls, with some women wearing bonnets. The group is seated in what appears to be a carriage or salon, indicated by the narrow windows in the background. Outside the windows, a faint outline of a cityscape can be seen, consisting of buildings and faint human figures in the distance. The scene is framed by a border with the title "ACTUALITÉS" at the top and dialogue at the bottom.

Print1977.81.3

Actualités: Mme. Potard - N'est-il pas vrai, brave turco...

Honoré Daumier

1859 · lithograph

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The image shows a person in a head and shoulders view. The person is turned slightly to the side with a contemplative gaze. Their facial features are delicately rendered, with a strong jawline and shadowed eyes. They have relatively short hair, blending into a wide-brimmed hat. The clothing is suggested with sketchy lines, possibly indicating a collared garment. The style is sketch-like with cross-hatching for depth and shading. The background is abstract with sketch-like textures, focusing on the figure without specific details.

Print2013.46.2

Ada

Luigi Conconi

1880 · etching

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The sculpture portrays a male figure in a crouching position. One arm is folded over a bent knee while the other hand rests on the ground. The figure shows detailed muscular features and hair texture. It is made of bronze, giving it a dark, slightly reflective surface. The bronze's texture and patina highlight the human form, accentuating curves and muscles for a lifelike and dynamic appearance. It is mounted on a square bronze base that offers stability and a minimalist aesthetic contrast to the detailed figure.

Sculpture2015.19.3769

Adam

Paul Wayland Bartlett

1896 · bronze

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This is a textile artwork featuring a central tree surrounded by various animals and symbolic elements. The central tree is filled with multicolored leaves and round fruits. Different animals such as birds, a snake, a deer, and a dog-like figure are depicted around the tree. The ground is shown in a soft, woolen texture, with embroidered flowers and insects scattered throughout. The artwork uses a palette of soft pastel shades, earthy tones, and vibrant colors. The embroidery is intricate with various stitch work adding depth and texture to the visual elements.

Index of American Design1943.8.39

Adam & Eve Embroidered Picture

Martha Elliot

c. 1938 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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