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Design

Hedwig Emanuel

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a blue floral design planned for a decorative object. The artwork features an elaborate blue flower with stylized petals and leaves, depicted against a grey background. It is presented in two sections: a larger one labeled "FRONT" and a smaller, elongated section labeled "HANDLE." The flower design is consistent in structure in both views, suggesting the piece might be intended for a vase, mug, or another similar object.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
2999 × 3858 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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