Study for a Border Design

1890/1897

Charles Sprague Pearce

Associated Names
Charles Sprague Pearce

Artist, American, 1851 - 1914

The image contains a design comprised of a curved rectangle decorated with geometric shapes resembling a zigzag pattern. The central straight line runs vertically through the design. Overlapping layers of geometric forms mimic the structure of a fern or a feather. A repetitive pattern of elongated ovals on either side of the central line creates a motif similar to leaves or scales. The design blends abstract and organic elements, set against a background of light blue shading contrasting with the earthy tones of the central design.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gold paint, pen and black ink, and watercolor on tan wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Borghi

  • Dimensions

    sheet (irregular): 35.3 × 12.7 cm (13 7/8 × 5 in.)
    mount: 46.7 × 30.2 cm (18 3/8 × 11 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.24.75

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Borghi, New Jersey

Associated Names

Watermarks

ACNE MANUFRE CANSON&MONTGOLFIER VID...

Wikidata ID

Q64539548

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