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Wall Paper and Border

Nicholas Acampora

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an intricate pattern with nature elements and maritime themes. The design features repeated motifs of columns topped with birds, figures engaging with fishing rods, and scenes of ships sailing. The backdrop is a light blue with detailed line work primarily in black, creating a toile-like pattern. The design is bordered on the right side by a vertical column with a blue pattern reminiscent of lace or decorative trim. The composition combines scenes of activities and elements of the sea, all within a structured, repeated framework suggesting a decorative or textile purpose.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4326 × 3335 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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