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Mantel Looking Glass

Arthur Johnson

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate architectural detail. The drawing features a rectangular framework with classical influences. The centerpiece contains a symmetrical pattern of golden vines and leaves intricately interwoven along a horizontal axis. The border is distinguished by lines and patterns that enhance the structural design, with vertical panels flanking the center that exhibit smaller floral or foliate motifs. The whole composition is rendered with careful attention to symmetry and proportion, and the use of ochre and gold tones suggests a rich, elegant aesthetic.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4379 × 3488 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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