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Lowboy

Alfred Walbeck

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a wooden table with a sophisticated design, featuring curved legs and intricate patterns on its drawers. The table is rich, warm brown, displaying the natural grain of the wood. In the background, there are three detailed sketches: one of a curved leg on the top left, another of the table's corner on the bottom left, and a decorative fruit bowl marked "actual size" on the top right. The table is the focal point of the image, with the sketches providing additional views of its design elements. The image is set against a neutral backdrop, emphasizing the lines and textures of the table and sketches.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, and some heightening on paperboard
Dimensions
4212 × 3443 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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