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Marble Mosaic Floor

Ellen Duncan

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a decorative mosaic floor design. The design is rectangular and features a central large, elongated rectangular shape surrounded by intricate patterns and borders. The geometric design includes interwoven bands and swirling motifs decorated with various colors, including red, blue, and green. The outer border appears darker. The intricate patterns within the design suggest a sense of symmetry and order. The overall visual effect is one of balanced complexity.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, pen and ink, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
4959 × 3332 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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