Tinian 1785 - 1790
bromleyhall
themetropolitanmuseumofart
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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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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