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Study for a Border Design

Charles Sprague Pearce

National Gallery of Art

This drawing shows an ornamental pattern. It comprises alternating light and dark rectangular panels. The light rectangles contain stylized flowers with radiating petals, while the dark panels feature abstract leaf-like forms. The design is framed by simple geometric shapes on top and a subtle wave pattern at the bottom. The left side shows detailed shading and contrast, while the right side is more faint. The pattern balances geometric and organic elements.

Artwork Details

Date
1890/1897
Medium
pen and black ink and conté crayon on gray wove paper
Dimensions
5441 × 1128 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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