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Frame for Mirror

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate oval picture frame. The oval frame is adorned with decorative metallic embellishments, including a sculpted representation of an eagle at the top with wings partially spread, flanked by scroll motifs. The frame is colored in shades of gold and brown, with a metallic sheen and circular rivet-like details. At the base, there is a decorative element resembling stylized acanthus leaves. Handwritten text is visible at the top of the drawing.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, gouache, colored pencil, pen and ink, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3369 × 4404 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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