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Ceiling Decoration

William Kieckhofel

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an architectural detail featuring ornate scrollwork. The image shows an intricate design set against a neutral background. The scrollwork appears to be made of an aged material, with textured surface resembling stone or metal, with hints of green and gold colors. The design is symmetrical, with a central circular motif at the bottom, framed by two converging arches. The composition highlights stylized leaf-like elements that curve elegantly, giving the piece a classical and perhaps gothic aesthetic.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3347 × 4515 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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