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Charles Roadman

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a decorative text piece with floral elements. The image features a central rectangular section filled with ornate text, surrounded by vibrant floral decorations. The color palette includes deep reds, yellows, blues, and greens. The text is stylized and some words are highlighted in bolder typography. The flowers and leaves surrounding the text are intricately detailed with symmetrical patterns and colorful designs. The style resembles Pennsylvania German Fraktur, known for its intricate watercolor illustrations and calligraphy.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, pen and ink, graphite,and heightening on paperboard
Dimensions
3530 × 3979 px
Public Domain
Yes
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