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The sculpture depicts intricate carvings of ornamental acanthus leaves arranged in a swirling pattern. The leaves exhibit graceful curves and overlap each other, creating a sense of movement and fluidity. The sculpture is rendered in a brown hue, giving it an appearance of wood material. The swirling motif extends to form a conical shape, providing an organic yet symmetrical look. The overall design is detailed and ornate, resembling classical decorative elements found in architecture or furniture design. The sculpture seems carefully crafted and meant to be viewed from the side to appreciate the curvature and carvings.
National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design
Billethead
Hazel Hyde
- Date
- 1935/1942
- Medium
- watercolor and graphite on paperboard
- Dimensions
- overall: 24.6 x 36.7 cm (9 11/16 x 14 7/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 13 1/2" high
- Classification
- Index of American Design · Drawing
- Accession number
- 1943.8.7945
- Credit line
- Index of American Design
- Time span
- 1926 to 1950
- Department
- CG-W
Subjects and terms
- American
NGA object ID 20143. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.