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Decorated Wall

Martin Partyka

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a floral wall decoration design from Litchfield, Connecticut, around 1778. The image features a repeating pattern of stylized flowers and leaves on a grey background. The flowers have red accents and are surrounded by white and grey leaves. The right side of the image shows a decorative border with circular patterns. The central section of the painting has a label detailing its historical origin and style.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3323 × 4406 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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