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Salt Dip

John Dana

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a bowl and two additional views or variations. The drawing depicts a detailed bowl with ornate patterns in a deep purple or indigo color. The central bowl illustration is rich with geometric and floral motifs. Flanking the main drawing are two smaller designs in the same color scheme. One shows a frontal view of a bowl with complex engravings, while the other illustrates the base or interior with star-like patterns. The single color emphasizes the craftsmanship and artistry of the pieces.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, gouache, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3471 × 4485 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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