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Parasol

c. 1941

Carl Buergerniss

Associated Names

Carl Buergerniss

Artist, American, 1877 - 1956

The image shows a detailed illustration of a parasol with an intricate lace-like pattern as the central object, flanked by two lace designs. The color palette consists of shades of grey, black, and light beige. The parasol is placed centrally with its wooden handle extending downward, while the lace patterns are symmetrically positioned on either side.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 44.5 x 35.7 cm (17 1/2 x 14 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.2222

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in graphite: Carl Buergerniss.

Wikidata ID

Q64537858

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