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Sebastian Simonet

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a decorative architectural element featuring intricate carvings. It includes a relief of a lion's head at the top facing right with its mouth open. The body of the sculpture curves downward and is adorned with a floral or leafy design. The material appears to be polished wood with a deep reddish-brown hue. The sculpture is vertically oriented and could be part of a larger architectural structure or furniture piece.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3322 × 4883 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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