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Graduation Diploma

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a graduation diploma. The document is rectangular and features cursive writing in black ink on white paper. The paper has a rough texture and appears aged. Two black ribbons are attached to the left and right sides of the paper. A black diamond-shaped knot connects the ribbons at the bottom center. A circular seal with a wavy edge hangs from the knot. The seal features an image and text around the edge. The background is a plain light gray surface.

Artwork details

Date:
1759
Medium:
Sheepskin paper
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 531 px
Museum record:
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