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Historical Printed Textile

c. 1940

Ernest Capaldo

Associated Names

Ernest Capaldo

Artist, American, born Italy, 1872 - 1942

The image shows two adjacent sections of fabric with intricate design. The composition features elements such as log cabins, blooming flowers, and foliage spread across the fabric. The design maintains consistent detail and a monochromatic color palette of sepia and cream. The pattern continues in the background with no distinct horizon, creating an all-over pattern.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 41.6 x 39.9 cm (16 3/8 x 15 11/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 12 3/4" wide
Accession Number

1943.8.2657

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: E. Capaldo

Wikidata ID

Q64559789

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