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Comb

c. 1939

Daniel Marshack and Gertrude Lemberg

Associated Names

Gertrude Lemberg

Artist, American, active c. 1935

Daniel Marshack

Artist, American, c. 1911 - unknown

This is a drawing of an ornate hair comb. The drawing features a detailed depiction of a decorative comb with intricate floral and leaf patterns on its top. The comb's tines are long and slender. The central motif is a circular, symmetrical ornament that resembles swirling leaves or petals. The neutral tones of the drawing emphasize the fine details of the comb's craftsmanship.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 27.3 x 22.2 cm (10 3/4 x 8 3/4 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.2386

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: DANIEL MARSHACK

Wikidata ID

Q64540764

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