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Flour Sifter

Richard Taylor

National Gallery of Art

This detailed watercolor shows a wooden box-like structure with a handle on top. The center of the object is open, revealing what appears to be metal wire mesh. The object is placed centrally, tilted to slightly to the left, showing its curves planes, joints, and thin legs. The color palette includes shades of brown and some golden hues, reflecting the wood grain. The signature "Richard Taylor" is visible in the bottom right corner of the painting, and the background is blank paper.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper
Dimensions
3633 × 3421 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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