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Embroidery

Eleanor Cunningham

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a floral pattern with a textured background. The image features flowers in various colors, including red, pink, cream, and golden hues, against a deep blue background. The flowers are intricately detailed, with different shapes and sizes, some resembling chrysanthemums and others having daisy-like forms. The leaves are rendered in shades of green and gold. The overall effect is one of a stylized garden or tapestry, with a focus on decorative motifs and color combinations. This is in the style of a traditional textile pattern.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
4624 × 3476 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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