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The image shows an elderly woman standing slightly leaning against a stack of logs. She is facing forward with her body and her right hand resting on the logs. Her left hand holds what seems to be a closed umbrella or parasol. She has distinctive facial features, including high cheekbones and a kind expression, dark skin, and a defined jawline. She wears a dark shawl, a long sleeve dress, a light-colored apron tied around her waist, a dark bonnet covering most of her hair, small earrings in each ear. In the background, there is a wooden structure resembling a shed, a board pathway cutting through an area filled with wood, and a large tree. The setting appears to be outdoors in a rustic environment.

Photograph2023.39.131

"Posing for Her First Picture"

Keystone View Company

c. 1890 · stereoscopic collodion print

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The image shows a puppet up to the torso, sitting in a slightly reclined position. The puppet has exaggerated facial features, including a large red smile, bright blue eyes, and a bulbous nose, with a bald head and wispy hair at the sides. It is dressed in an old-fashioned, elaborate outfit consisting of a long-sleeved, blue coat with lace at the cuffs and a white ruffled collar, paired with dark trousers. The puppet's hands and legs are gloved or covered, matching its clothing. It sits on a round object draped with a red striped cloth. The background is plain and neutral. The name "Ruth E. Abranson" is inscribed at the bottom right.

Index of American Design1943.8.15696

"Punch" Boxer with Blue Coat

Ruth Abrams

c. 1937 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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The image is a painting of a puppet. It depicts a puppet dressed in a colorful ensemble, with a head featuring exaggerated facial features like red cheeks and a large grin, topped with a tuft of hair. The puppet's body is adorned in a detailed, patterned vest over a yellowish costume with baggy trousers, black shoes, and extended arms. The painting style is realistic and detailed, showcasing the textures and colors of the puppet's attire and face. The background is a simple, neutral tone that accentuates the puppet.

Index of American Design1943.8.15695

"Punch" Clown Puppet

Florian Rokita

c. 1937 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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The image depicts a seated man with his legs crossed on a wooden chair. He has a focused expression, prominent facial features, and short hair. The man wears a cap, a tattered jacket, a worn-out shirt, and pants with tears. The chair is simple, and the background is plain with light-colored fabric.

Photograph2018.95.3

"Regular Contraband"

Attributed to McPherson & Oliver

c. 1863 · albumen silver print (carte-de-visite)

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The image depicts a seated woman in a half-body portrait within an ornate gold-colored border. She is sitting upright with her hands in lace gloves in front of her. The woman has a composed expression, short hair, and wears a dark dress with lace details. The background is plain, emphasizing the details of her attire and the frame. No jewelry is visible.

Photograph2023.39.34

"Remember Me, Annie"

American 19th Century

c. 1860 · tintype with applied color

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The image features two portraits, each contained within an oval frame and set against a lined background. Both portraits show head and shoulder views of elderly individuals. On the left, a person is facing forward and wears a hood or headscarf that covers their head completely. This individual's facial features are pronounced, with distinctive cheekbones and a lined texture suggesting age. Their lips are thin, and the eyes are deeply set, surrounded by wrinkles. On the right, another individual is depicted in a similar position, wearing an unusual hat with a tight fit around the head and curly hair peeking out from underneath. This person's facial features are also prominent, including sunken cheeks, thin lips, and large, attentive eyes. Both portraits are rendered in a black and white engraving style, characterized by detailed line work. The background is minimal, emphasizing the central portraits.

Print1975.112.7

"Rijckje Schimmel-penninghs" and "Lubbert Leever-worst"

Johannes and Lucas van Doetechum after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

c. 1564/1565 · etching

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Print1975.112.20

"Ritze Stijn" and "Schurckje Sonder-Baerdt"

Johannes and Lucas van Doetechum after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

Date not recorded · etching

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This is a photograph of a decorative porcelain plate. The plate features an intricate and colorful design depicting a seated figure in traditional attire surrounded by children and various objects, such as scrolls and a vase. The central scene is enclosed in a series of decorative borders with stylistic floral and wave patterns in shades of pink, blue, and green. The outer rim of the plate includes floral motifs interspersed with geometric patterns.

Decorative Art1942.9.553

"Ruby-Back" Dish

Chinese Qing Dynasty

second quarter 18th century · porcelain with overglaze famille rose enamels

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This is a photograph of a decorative porcelain plate. The plate features a detailed and colorful design depicting a domestic scene with several figures engaged in leisurely activities. The central image is encompassed by a richly decorated border with floral patterns and ornamental motifs in colors such as greens, pinks, blues, and golds. The craftsmanship highlights traditional artistry found in fine porcelain, with an emphasis on harmony and elegance.

Decorative Art1942.9.554

"Ruby-Back" Dish

Chinese Qing Dynasty

second quarter 18th century · porcelain with overglaze famille rose enamels

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This is a decorative plate featuring two intricately painted birds amidst colorful flowers with a butterfly hovering above. The birds are mostly brown and white, with darker feathers along their backs. The area around them on the right is painted in green and blue, while the flowers are red and pink. The plate is adorned with a yellow border decorated with circular patterns that are interspersed with floral motifs and small decorative medallions filled with swirling shapes.

Decorative Art1942.9.555

"Ruby-Back" Dish

Chinese Qing Dynasty

second quarter 18th century · porcelain with overglaze famille rose enamels

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The image shows a decorative porcelain plate with a design featuring two quails and a butterfly surrounded by colorful flowers at the center. The color palette includes earthy browns, vibrant greens, blues, reds, and pinks against a primarily white background. The central scene is encircled by a pink patterned border, while the outer section of the plate features a yellow background with floral motifs and alternating panels of floral artwork in white sections. The quails and butterfly are positioned towards the bottom left quadrant of the central section, surrounded by scattered flowers.

Decorative Art1942.9.556

"Ruby-Back" Dish

Chinese Qing Dynasty

second quarter 18th century · porcelain with overglaze famille rose enamels

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This is an ornately decorated plate. The rim is predominantly decorated with a light pink geometric pattern interspersed with blue, gold, and green accents along the border. At the center, within a yellow outline, is the design of a bouquet of flowers inside a decorative vase on a white background. The flowers are in shades of pink, purple, and yellow, and are inside a scalloped blue border. There is also the design of a blue platter with what appears to be a group of various fruits in yellow, green, and pink.

Decorative Art1942.9.557

"Ruby-Back" Dish

Chinese Qing Dynasty

second quarter 18th century · porcelain with overglaze famille rose enamels

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There are three objects shown in the image. The largest object is a cube with carved sides, primarily dark brown with hints of red. Above and to the left of the cube is a smaller square object with circular cut-outs in a darker brown tone. To the right of the cube, there is a single ornate side panel, matching the design of the cube, with a circular motif in a dark metal shade with hints of red and blue. The color palette includes shades of brown, red, and blue, giving a metallic appearance. The cube is in the lower left area, the square piece is above it, and the side panel is to the right, slightly below the level of the smaller square.

Index of American Design1943.8.8585

"Safe" Bank

William O. Fletcher

c. 1938 · watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper

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The image shows a wooden toy soldier standing upright against a plain background. The toy has jointed arms with one arm holding a straight stick and the other arm raised, grasping a curved object. The soldier wears a red jacket with gold accents and black pants, and has a simplistic face with a painted-on beard, a black hat with a brown and gold pattern. The overall appearance is slightly worn.

Index of American Design1943.8.11861

"Sailor Jack" Whirligig

Frances Cohen

1939 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard

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There is a puppet-like figure with a red hat and purple outfit standing against a plain backdrop. The color palette consists of reds, purples, blacks, and creams. The figure is centrally positioned and facing the viewer, with its right arm extended outward. The base it is standing on appears textured, contrasting against the smooth background.

Index of American Design1943.8.15700

"Sambo" Hand Puppet

Ruth Abrams

c. 1937 · watercolor, pen and ink, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

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The image shows three full-body human figures with angelic wings, standing closely together in a row. The figures have stylized facial features characterized by almond-shaped eyes and simple expressions. Their dark hair is stylized, with two of them wearing ornate crowns. They are dressed in identical vibrant and elaborate clothing. The figure on the left is holding a staff in one hand and a small fish in the other. The central figure is depicted with a raised sword and is standing on a fantastical creature resembling a leopard. The figure on the right is holding a goblet, and its other hand rests on its chest. The background presents a warm-toned texture resembling an aged surface, likely imitating a mural or tapestry. There are no discernible features besides the figures within the background.

Index of American Design1943.8.6957

"Santos Retablos"

Maude Valle

1936 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

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This is a photograph of a rock formation with water on top and a glass placed on its surface. The image is presented in a stereoscopic format with two almost identical images side by side. The rock formation appears rugged and textured, with a distinctive basin-like shape at the top filled with liquid. There is a glass resting at the center of this basin. The setting seems to be an enclosed area, potentially suggesting that this is a well-known or preserved natural feature. The card surrounding the photograph is labeled with ornate typography, indicating its context as "High Rock Spring" from Saratoga Springs.

Photograph2012.114.5

"Saratoga Springs and Vicinity"

Charles Warren Woodward

c. 1860 · stereoscopic albumen silver print

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The image shows a seascape with sailing ships battling waves. The horizon is low. There is a faint silhouette of a building on the left side. The artwork uses intricate cross-hatching for texture and depth, focusing on the sky and water. The monochromatic color palette plays with light and shadow. The scene is dynamic with waves threatening the ships, under a swirling cloud-filled sky.

Print2016.89.33

"Scholshuiten" or "Pinken"

Reinier Nooms, called Zeeman

c. 1652/1654 · etching with drypoint on laid paper

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This drawing depicts two profiles framed by separate oval borders. On the left, an elderly man is shown facing right, from the shoulders up with a prominent nose, deep-set eyes, and visible wrinkles. His hair is curly, and he wears a cap and a robe. On the right, an elderly woman is shown facing left, from the shoulders up with a pointed nose, prominent eyes, and a calm expression. She wears a head covering. The background consists of horizontal lines adding texture to each oval. The two portraits are adjacent, creating a symmetrical composition.

Print1975.112.36

"Schonckje Wel-bedrocht" and "Pronckje Heel-volmaeckt"

Johannes and Lucas van Doetechum after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

c. 1564/1565 · etching

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The image shows a dark brown rectangular box with ornate detailing on its edges and a handle on the side. The color palette is dominated by dark brown tones with some lighter hues in the decoration and texture of the box. Positioned in the center of the image, the box is set against a plain, light-colored background.

Index of American Design1943.8.4652

"Sea Chest", U.S. Navy

Willoughby Ions

1935/1942 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

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The image shows a sculptural relief of a sheaf of wheat tied together displayed on a background of horizontal wooden planks. The color palette includes shades of brown and beige, with the wheat and planks appearing in contrasting hues. The sheaf of wheat is centrally positioned, while the wooden planks form a backdrop around it.

Index of American Design1943.8.16891

"Sheaf of Wheat" Shop Sign

Robert Pohle

1935/1942 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

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Three large conch shells are displayed in the image, each showcasing unique details. Two shells are at the bottom of the image, while one is at the top right corner. The left shell rests on a round base, the right shell is upright, and the third shell is horizontal. The color palette consists of earthy tones like browns and tans, with hints of muted blues and subtle greens. The shells are set against a plain, light background, emphasizing their intricate textures and patterns.

Index of American Design1943.8.8583

"Shell Out" Bank

William O. Fletcher

c. 1938 · watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper

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The image features two pencil drawings of tools or utensils. On the left side, a large object with a long handle and a curved hook-like end is depicted. On the right, another tool with a broader, flatter end and a rivet-like detail near the top is shown. The color palette is monochromatic, using various shades of gray against a light beige background. The objects are positioned parallel to one another. There is a faint marking of '5"' drawn vertically next to the rightmost tool, and the name "Donald Sketch" is inscribed in the bottom right corner.

Index of American Design1943.8.13849

"Shutter Dog"

Donald Streeter

c. 1936 · graphite on paper

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The image shows a metallic object with a hooked upper part and a round, shell-like lower portion. The color palette consists of muted tones like grey, black, and a hint of brownish rust on the object. The object is placed in the center of a plain background, standing out prominently against the off-white surface. It is slightly positioned to the left of center and appears to be the main focus of the image.

Index of American Design1943.8.13850

"Shutter Dog"

F.W. Powell

1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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