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Oblong Ornament Panel

Circle of Francesco Francia

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a vertical rectangle filled with swirling lines and circular shapes, forming an abstract design. Within the composition are elements resembling leaves or flower petals encased in circular frames. One section contains a form reminiscent of a blooming flower. At the bottom, a shape evokes a seashell or horn, from which curved lines extend, adding a sense of organic growth to the design.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1480/1510
Medium
niello print
Dimensions
991 × 3513 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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