Restoration Drawing: Wall Painting

1938

William McAuley

Associated Names
William McAuley

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays a series of curved lines converging to form a symmetrical, fan-like shape with alternating blue and red segments. The composition resembles a stylized seashell or a peacock's fanned tail, with pointed edges and smooth curves drawing the eye toward the central point of convergence. The use of color and shape creates an impression of a dynamic and balanced object against a light, textured background, enhancing its resemblance to natural forms.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.3 x 26.7 cm (13 7/8 x 10 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: none given

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6515

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: McAuley

Wikidata ID

Q64638574

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