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Door Knocker

Julius Bellamy

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate wall bracket or sconce design. The drawing features an intricate, symmetrical design with elaborate scroll-like patterns and curved lines. At the top is a shell or fan-like motif, leading to delicate lines resembling lyre strings that merge into elegant curving elements at the base. The overall shape suggests a classical or baroque style, focusing on decorative aesthetic. The composition is centrally placed on the page, with a signature by Julius Bollman on the lower left.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor on paper
Dimensions
3124 × 4066 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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