Doorway

1935/1942

Pearl Davis

Associated Names
Pearl Davis

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a wooden double door set within an ornate stone arch. The doors are crafted from wood with a geometric panel design and intricate carvings. Flanking the doors are two solid stone columns, each with a distinct pattern and texture, which support the arch. The arch is composed of large stone blocks with visible wear and an aged patina. The style is architectural realism, capturing the details and textures of the materials with precision. The composition is balanced and symmetrical, with a natural, earthy color palette highlighting the beauty of the traditional construction materials.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 58.7 x 47 cm (23 1/8 x 18 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 25" wide; 3" thick; 86" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16637


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Pearl Davis.

Wikidata ID

Q64619252

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