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Decorated Glass Flask

George File

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a decorative bottle with a white background. The bottle is adorned with colorful floral and circular patterns in red, blue, and yellow, as well as a central oval motif showcasing a simple sketch of a bird standing on a plant. The bottle has an ornate design and a small metal cap at the top. The color palette is subtly muted with pops of bright red, blue, and yellow set against a neutral off-white background. Positioned in the center of the composition, the bottle is upright and dominates the scene, with its intricate patterns clearly visible.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3371 × 3429 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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