Study for a Border Design

Charles Sprague Pearce, 1890/1897

The image showcases curved lines and shapes on a textured background. A pink ribbon weaves between green leaf-like forms and red round shapes. The layout suggests a decorative border or natural design, with organic shapes intertwining to create a continuous pattern. Earthy tones and vibrant accents contrast, enhancing the texture of the piece.
Artist
Charles Sprague Pearce
Date
1890/1897
Type
Drawing
Medium
gouache and graphite on tan wove paper
Dimensions
sheet (irregular): 4.85 × 4.4 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image showcases curved lines and shapes on a textured background. A pink ribbon weaves between green leaf-like forms and red round shapes. The layout suggests a decorative border or natural design, with organic shapes intertwining to create a continuous pattern. Earthy tones and vibrant accents contrast, enhancing the texture of the piece.

Charles Sprague Pearce