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Armchair

Agnes Karlin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an ornate chair with a high back, decorative carvings along its arms, legs, and backrest, a woven or cane seat and back, and intricate patterns. The chair is detailed with earthy brown tones and subtle shading accentuating the wood texture and design motifs. It is placed in the center of the image, facing slightly to the left, with linear guides indicating perspective and depth on a plain background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3356 × 4229 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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