Tyler Coverlet

c. 1942

Arthur G. Merkley

Associated Names
Arthur G. Merkley

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a stylized lion accompanied by decorative elements and text. The lion is depicted in a simplified, graphic style with contrasting colors or shades, possibly resembling a woven textile. The lion has a squared, patterned mane and a bold, symmetrical face. To the left, the words "MARY WEBB" and the date "1839" are inscribed against a contrasting background. On the right side, there is a decorative pattern resembling leaves or foliage, with vertical and horizontal bars providing a lattice effect. The composition is neatly framed, giving it a tapestry-like quality.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.8 x 48.7 cm (14 1/8 x 19 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.725


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 541, no. 2003, and p. 542, no. 2007.

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Arthur G. Merkeley

Wikidata ID

Q64536591

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