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Bride Box

Elmer R. Kottcamp

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an oval-shaped depiction containing two figures and floral motifs, surrounded by a horizontal decorative panel. The painting features an oval frame on the upper section of the canvas, with intricate depictions of floral designs surrounding two stylized anthropomorphic figures. Below this oval is a narrow, rectangular strip, presenting more floral motifs in a linear arrangement. This painting embraces a naive, folk art aesthetic characterized by its simplified forms and vibrant, earthy color palette.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
2878 × 3979 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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