Study for a Border Design [recto]

1890/1897

Charles Sprague Pearce

Associated Names
Charles Sprague Pearce

Artist, American, 1851 - 1914

This is a painting of a geometric pattern with abstract and organic elements. The image features intersecting lines and shapes forming a lattice-like background in earthy tones of brown and green. Two elongated leaf-like shapes are seen over this pattern, with subtle touches of blue along the edges. The artwork is minimalist, relying on texture and pattern.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gold paint, and graphite on tan wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Borghi

  • Dimensions

    sheet (irregular): 7.5 × 12.8 cm (2 15/16 × 5 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.24.63.a

  • Series Title

    Painted Architectural Decoration for the Library of Congress

Associated Artworks

The image displays a series of curved and looping shapes organized in a symmetrical pattern. The shapes resemble stylized bells or petal-like forms, connected by lines and surrounded by smaller circular elements. In the center, a more intricate arrangement of these elements forms a pattern. The overall design suggests an abstract decorative motif, potentially used in design or textile work.

Study for a Border Design [verso]

Charles Sprague Pearce

1890

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Borghi, New Jersey

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64539535

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