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Costume Accessory (Orange Blossoms)

Ruth M. Barnes

National Gallery of Art

A floral arrangement of white and green colors with blossoming flowers and buds in an arch-like shape. The color palette includes soft whites, pale greens, and vibrant yellows at the center of the flowers. Positioned against a plain background, the cluster of flowers arches from the mid-left to the bottom-right of the image, with the most vibrant blossoms located towards the center and smaller buds extending outward.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3331 × 4498 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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