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Figurehead from the "Diadem"

Hazel Hyde

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a stylized snake head. The image depicts the detailed illustration of a snake's head. The head is predominantly a golden brown color with textural details that suggest scales and natural skin textures. The shape of the head tapers towards the mouth with a flat tongue extending outward. The rear of the head shows an intricate design that could be interpreted as mechanical or decorative detailing.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard
Dimensions
4502 × 3198 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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