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1935/1942

Nicholas Gorid

Associated Names
Nicholas Gorid

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an ornate, octagonal design resembling a ceiling or a decorative element. The image depicts a central, solid black octagon surrounded by intricate border designs. The border features elaborate patterns consisting of floral motifs and geometric shapes in earthy tones. The interweaving lines and curves suggest a meticulous attention to decorative detail. The drawing is executed with a precision that highlights the contrast between the unadorned center and the complex periphery.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, pen and ink, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.9 x 30.3 cm (9 x 11 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 28 1/2"high; 25"wide; 35 1/2"long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.5561

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: N. Gorid. / 396335

Wikidata ID

Q64618424

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