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Clock, Girandole

George Loughridge

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a decorative wall clock with an ornate design. It features a circular clock face at the top and an elaborate round motif further down, connected by a slender, decorative column. The clock includes a beautifully illustrated round element at the bottom showing a ship on water, and an intricate eagle figure positioned at the top. The color palette consists of warm earthy tones such as browns, yellows, and muted blues highlighting the detailed decorations. The clock is vertically centered against a rectangular backdrop, displaying detailed designs and fine artwork along its elongated structure.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
2742 × 4626 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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