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History of the Corcoran Gallery of Art

James Henry Moser

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate architectural design with a large letter "H" in the foreground. The drawing features an entrance to a building with decorative columns, a triangular pediment above the door, climbing plants or vines, a circular plaque above the door, and leafy adornments. The letter "H" is intricately intertwined with ribbons and foliage in front of the architectural scene, suggesting a possible monogram or decorative initial. The drawing uses fine lines and shading to capture the intricate details and elegance of the architecture and its embellishments.

Artwork Details

Date
1890-1891
Medium
pen and black ink on wove tracing paper partially mounted to paperboard
Dimensions
2557 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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