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Hitchcock Chair

Genevieve Sherlock

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of decorative floral patterns. The image features two rectangular bands filled with intricate floral and leaf motifs rendered in yellowish-golden hues against a dark background. The upper band displays stylized flowers and leaves, including a daisy-like bloom and curled tendrils. The lower band incorporates similar floral designs with additional elements such as symmetrical loops and rounded floral buds at each end. These patterns exhibit a traditional design typical of decorative arts.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4825 × 3365 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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