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Austin L. Davison

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate letter "X". The letter "X" is intricately designed with elaborate scrollwork and stylized floral or leaf elements that create a sense of movement within the letterform. The curls and curves interlace with one another and are punctuated by circular openings. The use of shading gives the letter a three-dimensional effect, making it appear as though it is carved or embossed. The surrounding background is plain.