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Pa. German Illustrated Fractur

Jerry Guinta

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a decorative script framed with floral motifs. The artwork features handwritten German text, embellished with floral designs and decorative elements. In the center of the composition, there is a stylized heart surrounded by foliage, flowers, and a blue ribbon. Above the heart are two eyes. The text is in a decorative font, giving the composition an ornate and traditional feel. Intricate scrolls are also visible on the sides. This is in the style of 18th-century Fraktur art.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3376 × 4359 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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