Wall Painting and Baptismal Niche

c. 1938

Frank C. Barks

Associated Names
Frank C. Barks

Artist, American, 1873 - 1954

This is a painting of a decorative architectural interior. The painting depicts a segment of an ornately decorated interior wall, featuring a central recessed alcove or niche. The niche is flanked by red and blue arched designs. The background includes geometric patterns in shades of red and ochre tile along the base of the wall and a checkerboard motif. Above the niche, there are decorative elements that frame the alcove in a semi-circular manner. The floor is made up of terra cotta tiles arranged in a diagonal pattern. The painting balances between realism and decorative abstraction, showcasing attention to color harmony and architectural detail.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.6 x 24.1 cm (14 x 9 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17862


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: FRANKE C. BARKS

Wikidata ID

Q64569830

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