Fraktur

1935/1942

Albert Levone

Associated Names
Albert Levone

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an intricate and colorful illuminated manuscript page. The full-description includes a richly decorated page featuring elaborate calligraphy and floral motifs. The left side showcases swirling ornamental patterns with vibrant colors - blues, reds, and golds - interwoven with blooming flowers and a small figure with wings. In the lower portion, there is a depiction of small buildings. The right side contains text in different styles, with the top section written in large decorative letters and the lower section in a more detailed script. The overall design is bordered with floral elements and intertwining vines. This is in the style of illuminated manuscripts found in historical European documents and books.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.3 x 44.6 cm (13 7/8 x 17 9/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 16 3/4" wide; 13 1/8" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16717


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64533906

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