Corbel and Ceiling Beam

1940

Cornelius Christoffels

Associated Names
Cornelius Christoffels

Artist, American, born Netherlands, 1879 - 1960

This is a drawing of a wooden cornice or moulding with intricate painted floral and geometric patterns. The design includes stylized flowers in green and yellow, interconnected by red curved lines on an aged or textured wood surface. A wave-like wooden embellishment with small floral details extends downward. The illustration shows careful attention to shading, shadow, light, form, and decorative detailing. The style appears technical and precise.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 35.5 cm (11 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Projects 2'8" from wall. Beam 12"square.

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6542

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: C. Christoffels.

Wikidata ID

Q64540496

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