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Marriage Certificate

J. Howard Iams

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a marriage certificate illustration with decorative borders. The certificate features intricate architectural embellishments, including columns and arches framing the text. The architectural elements are decorated with floral motifs and statuesque figures. The main text is scripted in the center, surrounded by green and red floral designs, commemorating a union in holy matrimony. Below the text, figures in formal attire are depicted participating in a wedding ceremony. The colors used are rich, enhancing the grandeur of the certificate. The style is reminiscent of historical document illumination.

Artwork Details

Date
1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gold paint on paperboard
Dimensions
4134 × 3421 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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