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Architectural Motif with a Drape with Fruit

Carlo Antonio Buffagnotti

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a large decorative tapestry with a fruit motif, hung against an ornate architectural background. The color scheme is mainly beige and brown. The tapestry is in the center, flanked by acanthus leaves, and framed by a balustrade below. Festoon-like garlands hang from the top corners towards the center.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1690
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3149 × 3761 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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