Stencilled Wall

Mildred E. Bent

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a pattern of floral designs and motifs arranged in a grid on a pale yellow background. Each flower motif features stylized, symmetrical flowers in earthy tones of red, orange, and green accompanied by leaves and buds. Above the main pattern is a border featuring stylized leaves in similar colors. The arrangement suggests a textile print or wallpaper design, emphasizing repetitive botanical elements. The design highlights symmetry and the use of simple, organic shapes in a traditional ornamental style associated with textile arts.