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Grille Doors of Wood

Robert W.R. Taylor

National Gallery of Art

The image is a drawing of an architectural element. It shows a detailed depiction of an ornate archway or wall section. The drawing illustrates a segment of an architectural structure featuring a column with red, blue, and beige tones. There are leafy fronds on one side of the column, and the top section contains intricate geometric designs with interlocking circular motifs in blue and gold. The arch's curve is shaded in blue, and there is a decorative red and blue border pattern. The style reflects classical or historical architectural detailing with artistic embellishments typical of ornamental design.

Artwork Details

Date
1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3419 × 4899 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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