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Study of a Decorative Ornament

Paul Cezanne

National Gallery of Art

The image displays an arrangement of swirling lines and curved shapes forming an abstract design. The composition features ornate, flowing patterns that resemble stylized clouds or ocean waves. The undulating forms and layered lines create an intricate pattern that moves the eye across the page in a dynamic, sweeping motion, akin to decorative elements in classical art or architecture.

Artwork Details

Date
1879/1882
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
5336 × 3328 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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