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Grille Doors of Wood

Harry Mann Waddell

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a decorative wooden window or doorway with spindle bars. The artwork showcases a symmetrical wooden structure composed of two rectangular panels, each bordered by vertical spindles. The spindles are evenly spaced out in a grid-like fashion and exhibit an intricate, traditional design. The uppermost part of the structure features a decorative, wavy crown molding. The painting is rendered on a plain background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, and heightening on paperboard
Dimensions
3384 × 4541 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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