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Study for a Border Design

Charles Sprague Pearce

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a composition of zigzag and angular shapes converging along a central vertical line resembling the spine of a leaf. The abstract arrangement features a combination of earthy brown, muted green, and deep blue colors against a plain backdrop. The curved boundary enclosing the pattern forms an elongated arch.

Artwork Details

Date
1890/1897
Medium
gold paint, watercolor, and graphite on tan wove paper
Dimensions
3454 × 5238 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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