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This is a drawing of a figure presented in a black and white style. The figure has exaggerated facial features, with wide piercing eyes and a skeletal frame. It is depicted in a crouched position with outstretched hands. The image is placed on the right page of an open book alongside text written in German.

Volume2012.92.623.10

Akaki in Fieberphantasien (Akaki in a Fever Delirium) (plate 9) from Der Mantel (The Coat)

Walter Gramatté

1919 · lithograph from a bound volume with 12 lithographs and one relief print on laid JW Zanders paper

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This is a drawing in a book, featuring a shadowy figure in a dark room. The drawing is on the right page of an open book, with the left page containing text in German. The drawing shows a creature with exaggerated features, including large eyes, standing in a slightly bent posture. The creature is stylized with dramatic contrasts of black and white. The background includes blurred and abstract shapes, possibly hinting at more objects or figures. Bold lines and intense shadowing give the drawing a haunting and expressive quality.

Volume2012.92.623.6

Akaki läßt sich einen neuen Mantel anmessen (Akaki Gets Fit for a New Coat) (plate 5) from Der Mantel (The Coat)

Walter Gramatté

1919 · lithograph from a bound volume with 12 lithographs and one relief print on laid JW Zanders paper

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Volume2012.92.623.7

Akaki trägt den Mantel das erstemal auf der Straße (Akaki Wears the Coat on the Street for the First Time) (plate 6) from Der Mantel (The Coat)

Walter Gramatté

1919 · lithograph from a bound volume with 12 lithographs and one relief print on laid JW Zanders paper

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The image on the right page features intersecting lines and dark shapes forming a dynamic composition. A figure resembling a man wearing a tall hat and reaching out can be discerned. The patterns show contrast and play with light and shadow. The shapes are abstract and may evoke clouds or waves in motion.

Volume2012.92.623.12

Akaki wird zu Grabe getragen (Akaki Is Carried to the Grave) (plate 11) from Der Mantel (The Coat)

Walter Gramatté

1919 · lithograph from a bound volume with 12 lithographs and one relief print on laid JW Zanders paper

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The image is an illustration of a figure on the right page of an open book. The person is leaning forward slightly, appearing focused on a task. The facial features are not distinct, and the hair seems dark and possibly short. The individual is dressed in dark clothing blending into the shadows. There are no visible accessories or objects. The background is minimalistic and dark, with a highlighted area indicating a window at the upper right casting light into the room. The page is filled with German text and contains a handwritten marking at the bottom of the illustration.

Volume2012.92.623.4

Akaki zeigt dem Schneider die auszubessernden Stellen (Akaki Shows the Tailor the Areas to be Mended) (plate 3) from Der Mantel (The Coat)

Walter Gramatté

1919 · lithograph from a bound volume with 12 lithographs and one relief print on laid JW Zanders paper

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The image is an etching depicting a portion of a person's upper torso and head. The person is reclining with one arm bent upwards and the other crossing the body. The face is sketchily depicted with indications of eyes, a nose, and a mouth, and short, tousled hair. There is no detailed clothing shown. The background consists of abstract lines and shading. In the lower right corner, there is a signature.

Print1998.83.2

Akt mit hochgehobenem Hemd (Woman Undressing)

Lovis Corinth

1921 · drypoint in black on wove paper

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This is a drawing of a stylized, abstract scene with a figure and landscape elements. The image is composed of bold, clean lines likely created through a woodcut technique. In the center is a prominent figure walking across the scene. The background contains several elements such as a large arch or rainbow-like shape and a winding path, along with abstract representations of nature, like plants and perhaps a mountain. The composition suggests a blend of human and natural forms into an artistic narrative. The text included at the top and below the image provides context written in German, which mentions Georg Heym and provides biographical information.

Volume2012.92.41.49

Akt vor Landschaft (Nude in the Landscape) (headpiece, page 63) from Georg Heym: Umbra Vitae (Georg Heym: The Shadow of Life)

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

1924 · woodcut from a bound volume with 50 woodcuts (including cover and front and back endpapers) on wove paper

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This is a drawing showing a figure in an intricate outfit standing over two distressed figures. The standing figure is leaning forward, administering something into one of the figures' mouths using a spoon. A table with various vessels and objects is visible in the background. The scene conveys an eerie atmosphere with exaggerated expressions and postures.

Print1953.6.71

Al Conde Palatino (To the Count Palatine)

Francisco Goya

in or before 1799 · etching, aquatint, drypoint and burin on laid paper [proof before letters]

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The image shows an aerial view of a canal with traditional buildings on both sides. A church with a tall spire is on the right, and grand residential structures are on the left. Small boats with figures are in the water, and individuals are walking along the shoreline. The scene is detailed using etching techniques with a monochromatic color palette of black and white. The sky has delicate cloud formations drawn with swirling lines.

Print1941.1.174

Al Dolo

Canaletto

c. 1735/1746 · etching

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The image depicts a river scene with buildings lining its banks. A church with a tall spire is visible on the right side. Small boats float on the river, and people are seen on the pathways nearby. The sky occupies the upper half of the image with textured clouds. The artwork is an etching rendered in shades of sepia and gray.

Print1985.64.141

Al Dolo

Canaletto

c. 1735/1746 · etching on laid paper

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The image depicts a landscape with rolling hills stretching into the distance. The horizon is high on the image, marked by gentle ridges. Delicate etching techniques depict the textures of the terrain, emphasizing rugged contours and lush vegetation. A tree with gnarled branches is on the right, framing the scene. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of gray, showing contrast between light sky and dark trees and rocks. The sky has wispy clouds, adding depth to the composition. The image exudes serenity and timelessness, capturing the beauty of the landscape.

Portfolio2003.86.59

Al pié del monte Catillo, detto monte della Croce a Tivoli

Albert Christoph Dies

1793 · etching on laid paper

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The image shows three individuals depicted from head to toe. The central figure stands upright, with the figure on the left seated, and the figure on the right standing in a relaxed pose with a bent leg. Each individual has distinct facial features, black hair adorned with feathers, and dressed in traditional attire including decorative elements made of feathers, animal hide, or fur. The seated individual holds a bow, while the central figure holds a feather-decorated spear. All three individuals wear necklaces and have feathers in their hairstyles. The background features a subtle pastoral landscape of grass and open sky.

Painting1965.16.169

Alaeutian Chief and Two Warriors

George Catlin

1855/1869 · oil on card mounted on paperboard

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Print2015.19.1584.42.6

Alan Pollok

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

1808 · mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper

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An image of a wooden mantel clock with an octagonal face is shown. The clock features a white dial with black Roman numerals and intricate golden detailing at its center. Below the clock face is a rectangular panel adorned with colorful floral and fruit motifs against a dark blue background. The color palette consists of warm wood tones for the clock casing, contrasted by the white clock face and the vibrant colors of the decorative panel. The clock is centered in the image, set against a plain background.

Index of American Design1943.8.4752

Alarm Clock (Timepiece)

Francis Law Durand

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

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The image shows a coastal landscape with water leading to a distant horizon. Snow-covered mountains are in the distance, and seals rest on rocky outcrops near the shore. A canoe with two people paddling towards ships is visible. There are clouds in the sky, and another vessel emits smoke in the distance. The artwork is monochrome in shades of grey and brown.

Print2008.115.1680

Alaska Seal Fisheries

James Fagan

c. 1896-1900 · etching

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Decorative Art2015.19.4039

Albarello with a portrait of a youth (Mitriano)

Neapolitan 15th Century

c. 1480 · tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)

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The image depicts a ceramic pharmacy jar with a detailed portrayal of a man with a dark beard and a white turban, appearing to read a script. The sculpture is made from ceramics and features vivid colors such as yellows, blues, and greens. The upper and lower bands of the jar have alternating horizontal stripes of yellow and blue, while the central band showcases ornate designs including leafy wreaths and stylized floral motifs. The jar gives the impression of an elaborately decorated, traditional apothecary vessel, finely painted with intricate patterns and an illustration for historical context.

Decorative Art2015.19.4027

Albarello with black-bearded physician and trophies of arms

Faenza 16th Century

c. 1550/1575 · tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)

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This is a photograph of a decorative ceramic jar with a mythological scene. The jar features a winged cherub, who is blindfolded and seated on a golden blanket. The background shows a natural scene, with green possibly representing grass or water, and distant hills or mountains. The rim of the jar has alternating color patterns with geometric designs. The artwork on the jar suggests a traditional aesthetic typical of European ceramics.

Decorative Art2014.136.332

Albarello with blindfolded, bound Cupid

Faenza 16th Century

c. 1500/1510 · tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)

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The sculpture is a ceramic vessel featuring a painted depiction of a cherubic, nude figure holding a vertical rod with a heart attached at the end. The background scene includes stylized mountains and grass. The vessel is painted in blue tones with yellow and hints of green. The figure has pale skin and brown, curly hair, and the material appears to be ceramic or pottery. The vessel is cylindrical with slightly curved sides, a wider base, and a narrow neck. Terracotta brown is visible at the rim and base, creating an aged and rustic appearance.

Decorative Art2014.136.330

Albarello with Cupid spearing a heart

Faenza 16th Century

c. 1500/1510 · tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)

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This is a photograph of an ornate ceramic jar. The surface of the jar is decorated with vibrant and intricate artwork featuring mythological figures and decorative floral patterns. On the upper section, there is a depiction of two figures surrounded by bright floral motifs that contain blue, green, and orange hues. Below these figures is a band with an inscription that reads "ZVCABVGAIOSA." The lower portion has additional mythical creatures, including a winged horse and a lion, also surrounded by colorful floral designs.

Decorative Art2014.136.334

Albarello with nymph and satyr

Deruta 16th Century

1507 · tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)

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This is a photograph of a decorative ceramic jar. The ceramic jar is adorned with vibrant, intricate patterns. The central image is of a figure with a turban and beard, appearing to read or write on a scroll, against a bright yellow background encircled by blue and green foliage motifs. Below this portrait are ornate scrolling and a stylized, yellow mask-like face on a dark blue background. The top and bottom edges of the jar are banded with yellow and turquoise hues. The jar's shape is slightly tapered with a subtle flared top edge.

Decorative Art2015.19.4026

Albarello with white-bearded physician and trophies of arms

Faenza 16th Century

c. 1550/1575 · tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)

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This is a photograph of a decorative ceramic vase. The vase has painted scenes and motifs across its surface. The upper portion features a seated figure, peacock-like designs, foliage, and an orange color amidst green leaves. The middle section has an inscription reading "FILIONIO." The bottom section depicts cherubs or putti, one riding on a dolphin-like creature over waves. The composition suggests an ornate, historical style, possibly reminiscent of Italian Renaissance ceramics known for vivid colors and detailed storytelling in art.

Decorative Art2014.136.317

Albarello with woman spinning and putti on sea monsters

Deruta 16th Century

c. 1500/1510 · tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)

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This is a photograph of individuals engaged in the task of sorting pieces of slate from piles of rock in an industrial setting. The individuals are wearing laborious work clothes, and the photograph is in sepia tone.

Photograph2023.146.93

Albert Barnes, "Picking Slate"

William J. Harris

1890s · gelatin silver print (real photo postcard)

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Print1943.3.8845

Albert Besnard and His Model

Anders Zorn

1896 · etching on laid paper

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