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Decorative Figures "Peace and Plenty"

Robert Pohle

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of two decorative figures on a wooden background. Between them appears to be an empty doorway or opening in the wood planks. The wall or structure features vertical wooden panels in a light reddish-brown hue. The decorative figures appear to be leaning against the opening. They wear matching garments; their torsos are partially covered by draped red fabric, while their legs are concealed by flowing green fabric. At their waists are white belts. The figure on the left holds a cornucopia filled with fruits and vegetables that cascade from the top, while the figure on the right holds green branches with small yellow fruit. The figures have pale skin, long dark hair, stoic expressions, and are crowned with green garlands.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard
Dimensions
5003 × 3376 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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