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Comb

Daniel Marshack and Gertrude Lemberg

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate hair comb. The drawing features a detailed depiction of a decorative comb with intricate floral and leaf patterns on its top. The comb's tines are long and slender. The central motif is a circular, symmetrical ornament that resembles swirling leaves or petals. The neutral tones of the drawing emphasize the fine details of the comb's craftsmanship.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3272 × 4175 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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