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Brooch

Kurt Melzer

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a brooch or decorative jewelry piece. The image presents three views of an ornate round brooch with a floral motif. Each petal of the brooch is crafted from precious metals and adorned with small gemstones or pearls. The top view showcases the brooch's design with a central gem encircled by petal shapes and pearls. The side view highlights the three-dimensional aspect of the brooch. Additionally, there is a schematic line drawing of the brooch's side profile with a scale label "TWICE ACTUAL SIZE." The piece reflects fine jewelry design with meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3408 × 4397 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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