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Carved Wooden Spoon

Conrado Barrio

National Gallery of Art

The image showcases two large wooden objects, likely utensils, placed parallel to each other against a plain background. The top object resembles a spoon with a broad handle, while the lower object resembles a pestle or similar tool with a bulbous end and a long handle. The color palette consists of earthy tones, including shades of brown and muted greens. The spoon is positioned at the top of the image, facing left, while the pestle is positioned below it, also facing left. Both objects are centered in the composition.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
5296 × 3032 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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