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Hand Painted Wall (Detail)

c. 1938

Martin Partyka

Associated Names

Martin Partyka

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a repeating floral pattern in white and red on a taupe background. The flowers are outlined in black, with red blooms standing out intermittently. The design is evenly distributed, creating a balanced and symmetrical look.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 71 x 55.8 cm (27 15/16 x 21 15/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.7769

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64607299

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