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Bed Valance Detail

c. 1939

Isabella Ruth Doerfler

Associated Names

Isabella Ruth Doerfler

Artist, American, c. 1886 - 1954

This is a drawing of a floral pattern design. The image depicts a long, narrow strip featuring an intricate design of various flowers and leaves in different colors, including blue, pink, and yellow. The flowers and leaves are connected by swirling vines, set against a neutral background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 11.5 x 75.9 cm (4 1/2 x 29 7/8 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.2728

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

upper right in watercolor: ISABELLA RUTH DOERFLER

Wikidata ID

Q64575004

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