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Bedspread

c. 1936

Henry Meyers

Associated Names

Henry Meyers

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a peacock surrounded by foliage and fruits. The peacock is stylized and detailed, integrated with the surrounding elements. The artwork is rendered in blue shades on a tan background, giving it an antique appearance.

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Artwork overview

Medium

colored pencil and watercolor on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 30.5 x 22.8 cm (12 x 9 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.824

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573802

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