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Brooch

Isidore Steinberg

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a cameo brooch with accompanying sketches. The composition features a detailed round cameo brooch at the top of the image, showcasing the profile of a classical figure, set against a red-brown background. Below the brooch, there are two pencil sketches that depict technical and side aspects of the brooch, highlighting its structural details. The contrast between the cameo and the line drawings creates a study-like impression, focusing on both the artistic and functional elements of the object.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3310 × 4411 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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