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Silver Momento

Lawrence Flynn

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two sides of a medallion. The drawing presents the obverse and reverse sides of an oval-shaped medallion with intricate designs and inscriptions. Both sides have detailed line work suggesting texture and design intricacies common in medallions. The obverse appears to have a more figurative or symbolic depiction, including what seems to be an emblem or crest, while the reverse might contain additional symbolism or text. The detailing suggests careful attention to the representation of the medallion's surface. The drawing captures both sides in a symmetrical composition where each side is flanked by ribbon-like elements.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3319 × 4098 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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