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Dower Chest

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a large wooden chest with ornate floral and geometric patterns. The central heart-shaped element on the front panel contains the name "Maria Foshlem" and the year "1788." The color palette includes teal, red, black, and cream tones. The chest displays symmetrical floral motifs flanking the heart shape on the front panel and additional floral decorations on other parts of the chest.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4881 × 3455 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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