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Ralph Morton

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a large wooden piece of furniture, likely a desk or bureau, with a drop-front panel displaying an intricately designed interior when open. The furniture piece is adorned with decorative pillars on either side. The color palette consists predominantly of warm brown tones, mimicking natural wood grain, with darker accents around the detailed interior sections. The object is centrally positioned in the image, with its front panel open to reveal compartments and a small central alcove.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3356 × 3929 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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