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Wall Paper Border on Bandbox Lid

Nicholas Acampora

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a narrow horizontal band with intricate shapes and lines forming an abstract pattern. The design consists of interconnected loops resembling stylized vines or tendrils adorned with blossoms that resemble common flowers. The colors are mainly blues, greens, soft pink, and white, evoking a decorative floral border often seen in traditional fabric patterns or architectural friezes. The composition is centered on a plain, light background, emphasizing the ornamental strip.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Dimensions
4132 × 3199 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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