Earring

c. 1936

Bertha Semple

Associated Names
Bertha Semple

Artist, American, 1903 - 1965

Two ornate drop earrings with intricate patterns, predominantly in shades of gold and brown, against a plain beige background. The earrings vary in size and design, each consisting of a rounded top component with a dangling elongated bead-like structure. One earring is positioned slightly to the left and above the center, while the other is located towards the lower right.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and goauche on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 23.1 x 18.8 cm (9 1/8 x 7 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2397

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64537387

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