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Artists Reimagining the Collection
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Glazed Chintz

c. 1937

Florence Stevenson

Associated Names

Florence Stevenson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image depicts swirling organic shapes and lines in a rectangular composition. The central section has a deep blue background, with intricate patterns resembling coral or branches intertwined with blossoms. Earthy tones highlight the edges of the shapes, giving the impression of clusters of islands or landforms seen from above.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 27.9 x 23 cm (11 x 9 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.3337

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: AYRES - / FLORENCE STEVENSON

Wikidata ID

Q64561849

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