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Playing Card

German 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a patterned design on a piece of paper. The drawing consists of rectangular and square sections with simple motifs like leaves, hearts, and floral designs. The paper is worn with frayed edges, yellowing, and stains. The motifs are outlined in faded ink.

Artwork Details

Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
3309 × 4993 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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