Section of wall
ca. 1885
Medium
interiors
Classification
interiors
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Mrs. Lloyd S. Bryce
Accession Number
1896-29-22
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Behold *Section of Wall* by Frederick Marschall a captivating circa 1885 depiction classified within the realm of interiors. Created during the late 19th century, this work captures a segment of architectural detail, inviting viewers to appreciate the nuances of domestic or institutional spaces from America's Gilded Age. Marschall, an artist whose oeuvre often explored everyday environments, renders this modest subject with precision, highlighting the era's fascination with ornate interiors amid rapid urbanization and industrialization. Though research on this piece is ongoing, its focus on a...