Tabernacle

1935/1942

Josephine C. Romano

Associated Names
Josephine C. Romano

Artist, American, 1915 - 2009

This is a drawing of an ornate architectural structure. The image depicts a detailed structure placed on a rectangular base. The structure is designed with intricate details, combining classical and renaissance elements. It includes panels with marbling effects, geometric shapes, and various motifs such as an anchor and laurel leaves. The top of the structure is adorned with finial decorations and a mix of acanthus leaves, urns, and a central crest-like design. The color palette consists of greens, reds, and golds.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 23.9 x 35.6 cm (9 7/16 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17853


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: J. / C/ Romano

Wikidata ID

Q64591532

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