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Baptist Church, 1901

Perkins Harnly

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a church interior. The image shows a well-organized and decorated church sanctuary, with pews arranged in rows facing the front. At the front of the church, there is an altar area with a centrally placed chair and a large wooden pulpit. Behind this, a stained glass window dominates, featuring an angelic figure. The space is adorned with hanging red lights, an American flag, and various floral arrangements. The walls are lined with other stained glass windows that allow light to filter through in vibrant colors. A pipe organ is situated to the right. Overall, the warm tones and detailed elements create a sense of peace and reverence.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, gouache, pen and ink, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3586 × 4828 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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