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Chest Design

Etna Wiswall

National Gallery of Art

This painting features a symmetrical floral and bird motif. The design includes two birds, surrounded by stylized flowers and leaves. A large, ornate flower or vessel shape is in the center, with smaller floral and foliate elements radiating outward. The background is dark, highlighting the colorful reds, greens, and yellows. The composition is bordered by lines and undulating patterns, adding to the ornamental style. This artwork is in the traditional folk art style, known for bright colors and detailed patterns.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
5282 × 2764 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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