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Ship Billethead

Dorothy Hay Jensen

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a series of ornate, curling shapes and lines forming a complex pattern against a rich blue background. The design features swirling motifs resembling intricate patterns, similar to elaborate carved scrollwork or acanthus leaves. The interplay between the golden elements and the darker hues gives an appearance reminiscent of decorative architectural elements in historical buildings.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3454 × 3535 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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