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Textile

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a crown-like fabric piece with floral embroidery. The painting shows an elongated piece of fabric shaped in a three-pointed arch resembling a simplified crown with detailed embroidery of vibrant red flowers, white flowers, green leaves, and stems. The fabric piece is shaded in warm beige with a faint purple outline against a plain background, highlighting the embroidery's intricate detailing.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
4534 × 3476 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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