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Entrance Hall

Perkins Harnly

National Gallery of Art

The image features a living room with a large ornate chandelier hanging from the ceiling, a blue and gold decorative urn on a pedestal, and a grand staircase curving upwards to the right. The room has a vibrant color palette with rich gold, red, and blue hues, floral wallpaper, and patterned carpeting. An antique sofa set, upholstered in golden fabric, is placed on the left side of the room, alongside a mirror and tropical potted plants. In the center, a small, ornate table holds a large blue vase with floral designs. Towards the right, beneath the staircase, is another similar sofa with golden drapes framing an arched entryway.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3817 × 3032 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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