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The image depicts a person from the back in a seated position with their body turned slightly to the right. Most of the upper body, including the back, shoulder, and part of the arm, is visible. The person's head is turned to the right, displaying their profile. Their facial features are not entirely visible, but the side of their face can be seen. They have short, curly hair that is dark and slightly tousled. The person is nude and is sitting on a textured surface that appears to be a cloth or bedding. The background features a flat, textured pattern that doesn't display any specific details or objects. There are no visible jewelry or items being held by the person.
Samuel Woodforde, Seated Male Nude, probably 1786/1791, black chalk heightened with white on blue laid paper, Gift of William B. O'Neal, 1995.52.211

Seated Male Nude

Samuel Woodforde · probably 1786/1791 · black chalk heightened with white on blue laid paper ·  Accession ID  1995.52.211

This is a drawing of two figures. The left side shows a standing figure and the right side depicts a figure in motion. The drawing features lightly penciled sketches with minimal detailing, focusing on capturing movement.
George Chinnery, Two Chinese Laborers, c. 1838, graphite on laid paper, Gift of William B. O'Neal, 1995.52.22

Two Chinese Laborers

George Chinnery · c. 1838 · graphite on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1995.52.22

This image shows a drawing of a sheep lying down facing left. The artist uses delicate lines and subtle shading to illustrate the dense, curly fleece of the sheep, with soft hues of cream and grey. The background is minimalist to emphasize the sheep.
James Ward, A Sheep Resting, c. 1800/1810, graphite with watercolor and green crayon on wove paper, Gift of William B. O'Neal, 1995.52.190

A Sheep Resting

James Ward · c. 1800/1810 · graphite with watercolor and green crayon on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1995.52.190

The image shows an expansive landscape drawing with distant mountains forming a soft horizon line towards the upper part of the image. The horizon sits relatively low, creating an impression of openness with wide-reaching skies above. Thin, delicate lines depict natural features such as undulating hills and sparse vegetation. The color palette is monochromatic, consisting of grey tones. In the foreground, there are two wind-blown trees and a figure seated beneath them, looking out at the scenery. Beyond them, in the distance, there are trees and elongated forms suggesting distant hills or fields leading up to the base of the mountains.
Benjamin West, An Alpine Landscape with a Couple Seated by Trees Overlooking a Valley, 1760/1763, pen and gray ink on light gray laid paper, Gift of William B. O'Neal, 1995.52.194

An Alpine Landscape with a Couple Seated by Trees Overlooking a Valley

Benjamin West · 1760/1763 · pen and gray ink on light gray laid paper ·  Accession ID  1995.52.194

This is a historical scene set in a Roman military encampment. The drawing shows various figures engaged in different activities. In the foreground, two figures dressed in Roman armor and capes stand beside a decorated tent. One figure raises a piece of cloth while the other seems to be conversing. Surrounding them are individuals in various poses. In the middle ground, more figures are visible, some on horseback and others carrying equipment. The background shows a busy encampment with tents and soldiers, creating depth in the scene. The drawing is in a monochromatic sepia tone.
Conrad Martin Metz, A Scene from the Life of Trajan, 1817, pen and brown ink with brown wash over black chalk, heightened with white on laid paper, Gift of William B. O'Neal, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1991.150.47

A Scene from the Life of Trajan

Conrad Martin Metz · 1817 · pen and brown ink with brown wash over black chalk, heightened with white on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1991.150.47

The image contains two intricately carved sculptural pieces. On the left, there is a standing woman figure draped in robes, holding a staff and a round object. Two cherubic figures hover above her, each holding parts of a garland. Her expression is serene, facing slightly to her left. The sculpture features detailed folds in the fabric of her garments. The material seems ivory or cream-colored. At the bottom, a small goat-headed figure is visible. To the right, a rectangular panel displays interwoven scrollwork with smaller human and animal figures engaged in activities. The color and style match the main sculpture. The overall composition suggests ancient or classical themes with detailed ornamentation.
Herman Wilhelm Soltau, Renderings of an Ivory Carving of Ariadne from the 6th Century and an Ivory Plaque from the 9th Century, watercolor and graphite, heightened with white on heavy card, Gift of William B. O'Neal, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1991.150.67

Renderings of an Ivory Carving of Ariadne from the 6th Century and an Ivory Plaque from the 9th Century

Herman Wilhelm Soltau · · watercolor and graphite, heightened with white on heavy card ·  Accession ID  1991.150.67

The image shows a decorative wall panel with a central column adorned with multicolored feathers, greenery, and flowers against a green background. On either side are vertical sections; one features a blue vase under a marble column with intricate designs, and the other displays a green diamond-shaped panel with a sculpted figure. The composition is framed by ornate moldings and decorative bands with gold accents.
Italian 18th Century, Design for a Wall of a Music Room [recto], watercolor, gouache, pen and brown ink, and graphite on wove paper, Gift of William B. O'Neal, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1991.150.75.a

Design for a Wall of a Music Room [recto]

Italian 18th Century · · watercolor, gouache, pen and brown ink, and graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1991.150.75.a

The image depicts a wide, expansive landscape viewed from a distance. The horizon is positioned low in the composition, with distant hills and a hazy expanse meeting the sky. Two figures are walking along a path in the foreground. The brushwork is delicate and meticulous, describing clouds in the pale sky with soft, flowing lines. The color palette is warm and monochromatic, with tones of sepia and ochre creating a serene atmosphere. The landscape leads the eye towards a river or body of water in the distance.
British 19th Century, A Couple Admiring a View of the River Ouse(?), Lincolnshire, 1849, brown wash on wove paper, Gift of William B. O'Neal, 1995.52.9

A Couple Admiring a View of the River Ouse(?), Lincolnshire

British 19th Century · 1849 · brown wash on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1995.52.9

The image shows a viewpoint from above, capturing a yard with a building on the left and a row of trees in the background. The horizon is above the middle, with trees lining up behind a low fence. The central focus is a large tree with branches reaching upward. The building has a sloped roof and chimney, with a wooden fence in front. The artwork uses linear brushstrokes and shading to depict form and texture. The color scheme is monochromatic, in shades of gray, creating a calm atmosphere. The focus is on the structure, light, and shadow in the scene.
Samuel Hieronymus Grimm, High Street at the Manor House, Marylebone, 1772, pen and black ink with gray wash over graphite on laid paper, Gift of William B. O'Neal, 1995.52.60

High Street at the Manor House, Marylebone

Samuel Hieronymus Grimm · 1772 · pen and black ink with gray wash over graphite on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1995.52.60

The image shows curved lines and rounded shapes forming an abstract composition. The shapes resemble a gathering of figures or a crowd in a busy public scene, conveying movement and a sense of bustle. The loose, sketchy lines suggest various scenarios such as gatherings in a public square or figures observing an event. The abstract nature of the drawing allows for multiple interpretations, with the loops and curves creating a complex narrative of forms.
Sir David Wilkie, Battle Scene, 1840, pen and black ink on wove paper, Gift of William B. O'Neal, 1995.52.204

Battle Scene

Sir David Wilkie · 1840 · pen and black ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1995.52.204