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"Cycle of Life" Carving

Al Curry

National Gallery of Art

The image features a circular arrangement of intricately drawn figures and motifs. The design resembles a wreath adorned with classical figures. Human-like sculptures in various poses connect with swirling shapes at the top. The circular design contains elements such as small pillars, urn-like shapes, and mythical forms. At the center, there is a structure resembling an ornate gazebo or domed pavilion with a cross, supported by columns.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper
Dimensions
3381 × 3604 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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