Shaker Hair Wreath

c. 1938

Helen Bronson

Associated Names
Helen Bronson

Artist, American, c. 1900 - 1990

This is a drawing of intricate lace patterns. The drawing showcases a variety of interconnected lace designs that are geometrically organized and feature an array of looped and floral patterns. The lines of the lace are delicate and outlined in brown tones, connected by bows and small circular segments. It includes annotations or notes in light pencil within the design area. The composition is very orderly and carefully structured, with symmetrical balance throughout the image.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43.7 x 25.4 cm (17 3/16 x 10 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 13" wide; 21 1/2" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3949

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Helen Bronson.

Wikidata ID

Q64573421

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