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Gun Rack

Cecil Smith

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a decorative leather panel with a prominent number "40" and intricate floral designs. The image shows a rectangular-shaped leather panel featuring embossed patterns in the form of stylized leaves and scrolls around the central motif of the number "40". There are two tassel-like leather embellishments on either side of the number inside circular areas. The color palette consists of rich browns and reds, and the piece has a vintage appearance. This is in the style of an arts and crafts leatherwork design.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, gouache, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
5014 × 2864 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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