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Pair of Satin Pillow Shams

Sebastian Simonet

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a square textile with intricate designs, including a large central pattern of intersecting diagonals dividing the space into four quadrants, each containing floral motifs. The colors present are soft pastels like blue, green, yellow, and pink, complemented by the neutral tone of the lace border framing the textile. The floral motifs are symmetrically positioned within each quadrant, with pairs of flowers diagonally mirrored across the center, and a delicate lace trim encircles the entire piece.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3483 × 4597 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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