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Embroidered Flower Motif

Carl Buergerniss

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of floral motifs. The image displays intricate floral designs arranged on a plain background, showing detailed patterns and textures resembling embroidery or lacework. The main cluster of flowers is located in the upper portion of the composition, consisting of various blossoms with detailed petals and leaves. Additional floral elements like tendrils are included, adding to the pattern's intricacy. In the lower section, there are smaller clusters of similar floral designs mirroring the larger motifs above, all rendered with precise linework to capture the essence of blooming forms.

Artwork Details

Date
1941
Medium
watercolor and pen and ink on paperboard
Dimensions
3471 × 4324 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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