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Crewel Embroidery

Fanchon Larzelere

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a valance design for curtains featuring floral motifs. The top section of the drawing showcases a decorative valance design, which includes a variety of stylized flowers and leaves in vibrant colors such as red, pink, yellow, and blue. Below the valance, individual floral designs are depicted, each with elongated stems and intricate petal arrangements. The flowers are painted in soft pastel and bold hues, combining shapes and colors to create an imaginative appearance. The design elements suggest inspiration from nature while maintaining an abstract aesthetic that focuses on decorative and ornamental value.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3376 × 4501 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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