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Embroidery

Frank J. Mace

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a red textile with floral embroidery. The rectangle has intricate embroidery of rose flowers and leaves in purple or black. The bottom edge is scalloped with matching decorative stitching. The background is plain, highlighting the fabric's details and textures. It resembles a botanical or textile study artwork.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3531 × 4634 px
Public Domain
Yes
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