Decorated Wall

c. 1938

Martin Partyka

Associated Names
Martin Partyka

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a floral wall decoration design from Litchfield, Connecticut, around 1778. The image features a repeating pattern of stylized flowers and leaves on a grey background. The flowers have red accents and are surrounded by white and grey leaves. The right side of the image shows a decorative border with circular patterns. The central section of the painting has a label detailing its historical origin and style.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 71.3 x 53.7 cm (28 1/16 x 21 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7781

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in black ink: WALL DECORATION / LITCHFIELD, CONN., ABOUT 1778 / PLATE 5; lower center in graphite: Free Decoration / Litchfield, Conn. / about 1778

Wikidata ID

Q64607328

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