Ceiling Decoration

c. 1940

William Kieckhofel

Associated Names
William Kieckhofel

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an architectural detail featuring ornate scrollwork. The image shows an intricate design set against a neutral background. The scrollwork appears to be made of an aged material, with textured surface resembling stone or metal, with hints of green and gold colors. The design is symmetrical, with a central circular motif at the bottom, framed by two converging arches. The composition highlights stylized leaf-like elements that curve elegantly, giving the piece a classical and perhaps gothic aesthetic.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.6 x 26.6 cm (14 x 10 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Approx. 6' to 7' high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6512

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: W. KIECKHOFEL

Wikidata ID

Q64637803

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