Restoration Drawing: Wall Decoration Over Doorway, Facade of Mission House

c. 1937

Robert W.R. Taylor

Associated Names
Robert W.R. Taylor

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an ornate doorway featuring a wooden door embedded in a decorative arched doorway made of bricks and adorned with intricate patterns. The arch over the door has a scalloped edging and floral designs on the corners. A detail of the arch's decorative element is shown on the right side, emphasizing its red and white coloration. Below the arch, the brickwork is enhanced with bands of color, including a band of geometric patterns. The floor appears to be tiled in a red hue. The style resembles architectural illustration, focusing on the main design and specific detailing.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 24.6 x 35.5 cm (9 11/16 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Door approx. 6'3" x 3'3"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.5942


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1950

  • Christensen, Erwin O., The Index of American Design, New York: 1950, p. 35, no. 63.

Wikidata ID

Q64629206

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