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Ornamental Border Design with Winged Female Figures

John Flaxman

Associated Names

John Flaxman

Artist, British, 1755 - 1826

The image shows two large, oval shapes connected at their narrowest points, forming a figure resembling an abstract infinity symbol. Within the ovals, faint swirling lines loop and curve, evoking delicate scrollwork or ornate vines. The design could be compared to a decorative motif seen in classical architecture or intricate wallpaper patterns. The composition is marked by light pencil work blending softly into the paper, creating an ethereal quality.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite (and brown wash?)
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Dimensions

overall: 13.5 x 18.8 cm (5 5/16 x 7 3/8 in.)
Accession Number

1980.45.1595

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64582540

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