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Brooch and Earrings

Roberta Elvis

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of jewelry designs. The drawing shows detailed designs for an earring and brooch, in side and front elevations. The brooch is oval-shaped, encircled with alternating small and large gemstones in a pink hue, with a central ornamental design. The side elevation shows its layered structure and fastening details. The earring design features a drop gemstone matching the brooch’s color scheme, with details of the earring mounting and fastener. The drawing includes handwritten annotations for dimensions, labeled "EARRING AND BROOCH TWICE ACTUAL SIZE," and is signed "R. Elvins."

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1941
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3235 × 4113 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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