This is a painting of a decorative textile featuring patriotic imagery. The image showcases a central portrait surrounded by a repeated pattern of oval frames containing smaller portraits, illustrations of bald eagles perched on shield motifs, and numerous American flags arranged symmetrically across the fabric. The central figure is encircled by a ring of blue stars. There are also landscape scenes depicted in some oval frames, while the overall color scheme incorporates red, white, and blue elements. The textile blends symbolic elements and detailed portrayals. This is in the style of Americana folk art.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1940
- Medium
- watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper
- Dimensions
- 3471 × 3852 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original