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Corbel

Edith Towner

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a wooden architectural element with intricate carvings, resembling a corner of a ceiling cornice. The color palette includes light browns, greys, and hints of orange and beige, representing wood grain texture. The structure is placed in the upper left corner against an off-white background. Shadows add depth to the image, creating a sense of protrusion.

Artwork Details

Date
1939
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4401 × 3454 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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