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An Ornate Ewer [recto]

Sir David Wilkie

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a detailed drawing of a large ornate urn or vase decorated with intricate carvings and handles, positioned centrally within the composition. The color palette consists of brown ink on a cream-colored paper, creating a monochrome appearance. The urn is placed vertically in the center of the image, with clear designs like floral motifs and intricate handles visible against a loosely sketched background. The urn's base sits on a surface indicated by a few strokes at the bottom, with other incomplete lines suggesting an unfinished setting.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink on wove paper
Dimensions
3460 × 4459 px
Public Domain
Yes
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