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Compote

Joseph Mitry

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a large, transparent crystal compote with scalloped edges on a decorated pedestal base. The color palette consists mainly of clear and reflective surfaces generating various shades of white and gray due to light and shadow. The compote is placed centrally against a light background, highlighting its intricate cuts and reflective properties, slightly off-centered towards the upper half of the frame.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1941
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3421 × 4597 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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