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Painted Wall Decoration, Detail of Pilaster

Warren W. Lemmon

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an architectural detail from a classical structure. The image depicts a column with an ornate capital and decorative frieze above it. The column features vibrant colors, including greens, oranges, blues, and yellows, with swirling patterns. The capital has volutes and a geometric pattern, while the frieze displays floral and geometric motifs in a vibrant palette. Below the capital, there is an additional decorative panel featuring floral designs and garland-like elements.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and pen and ink and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3283 × 4511 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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