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Wall Paper Border Design

Frances Lichten

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an ornate decorative frieze. The artwork depicts an elaborate design featuring draped fabric and rich patterns in vivid colors. The fabric is embellished with blue floral designs and intricate swirls, bordered by golden tassels and a repeated motif of vertical foliage shafts in a blend of golden yellow and blue. The overall composition is symmetrical and lush with detail.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4670 × 3402 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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