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Design for a Wall with Two Doors and a Sculpture

Henri Pietre

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a standing figure with a draped garment holding an object. It is made of a material with a brownish hue, placed on a brown-toned pedestal with ornate patterns, situated in front of a grand architectural facade. The facade features fluted pilasters and decorative panels, with a ceiling above the sculpture adorned with an arched starburst pattern. The composition is refined and symmetrical, complementing the classical architectural setting.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1785
Medium
pen and black ink, gray wash, and watercolor on two sheets of paper
Dimensions
11108 × 6186 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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