Tinian by Bromley Hall

Tinian 1785 - 1790

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print, textile, sculpture

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tree

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natural stone pattern

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abstract painting

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print

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human-figures

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landscape

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textile

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possibly oil pastel

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text

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chalky texture

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sculpture

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paint stroke

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human

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watercolour bleed

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decorative-art

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imprinted textile

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mixed medium

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organic texture

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watercolor

"Tinian" is a wallpaper design created by Bromley Hall between 1785 and 1790, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It features a repeating pattern of pastoral scenes in shades of red on a white background, depicting stylized trees, hills, and figures engaged in leisurely activities, characteristic of 18th-century wallpaper designs. This piece showcases the intricate detail and artistic craftsmanship of the period, capturing the idealized beauty of rural life. Its repetitive design suggests a sense of order and tranquility, echoing the values of the era.

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