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Red and White Table Napkin

Arthur G. Merkley

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a textile piece with a bird motif. The textile has a red hue with fringes on each side. In the center, there is a bird within foliage enclosed in a diamond shape. Surrounding the central motif are circular patterns and scrollwork. The design incorporates red and white colors.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3544 × 3433 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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