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James Henry Moser

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate architectural capital intertwined with foliage and the letter 'D'. The image depicts a detailed architectural element, specifically a capital adorned with carvings and decorative details, accompanied by the letter 'D'. The letter is entwined with flowing organic leaves, adding a natural element to the structured form. The drawing is executed in fine lines on a piece of paper taped to a larger sheet, with handwritten annotations above referring to its catalog details. The style suggests a classical architectural influence combined with graphic design elements.

Artwork Details

Date
1890-1891
Medium
pen and black ink with graphite on wove tracing paper
Dimensions
3319 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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