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A Ceiling Design with Allegorical Figures

Johann Evangelist Holzer

Associated Names

Johann Evangelist Holzer

Artist, German, 1709 - 1740

The image features swirling lines and curves forming various shapes. The central shape resembles a sculptural torso, with surrounding forms suggesting draped fabric and figures seated or reclining. Soft pastels and muted browns are used, along with decorations resembling garlands and stone carvings.

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Artwork overview

Medium

pen and brown ink and watercolor on laid paper
Credit Line

Gift of John O'Brien
Dimensions

overall: 9.7 x 14.8 cm (3 13/16 x 5 13/16 in.)
Accession Number

1991.208.76

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1994

Fanciful Flourishes: Ornament in European Graphic Art and Related Objects, 1300-1800, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1994.

Wikidata ID

Q64581954

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