Ornamental Patterns
PaintingsIndian19th-20th century

Ornamental Patterns

19th-20th century

Description

The painting depicts three brightly-colored decorative panels consisting of geometric and floral patterns. The panels are collectively surrounded by a thick, ochre border with scrolling flowers and leaves. The painting may have been part of a plan for ceiling decoration.

Classification
Paintings
Medium
Opaque watercolor on paper
Culture
Indian
Century
19th-20th century
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Department
Department of Islamic & Later Indian Art

Dimensions

14 x 66.7 cm (5 1/2 x 26 1/4 in.)

Provenance

Stuart Cary Welch (by 1973 - 2008,) by descent; to his estate (2008-2009,) gift; to Harvard Art Museum. Notes: Object was part of temporary loan to Museum in 1973.

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