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Illuminated Parable: The Wedding

Robert Stewart and James Gross

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an illuminated manuscript page with ornate botanical decoration. The page features a border with colored fruits and flowers, including oranges and blooming flora. The text is written in a script reminiscent of medieval manuscripts, with some letters highlighted in red and blue. The central section is divided by a decorative flourish with green, blue, and yellow elements.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
black and white photograph with felt-tip pen
Dimensions
3371 × 4721 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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