Bed Posts

c. 1936

Walter W. Jennings

Associated Names
Walter W. Jennings

Artist, American, 1893 - 1945

The image features two detailed wooden bedposts labeled "HEAD" and "FOOT". Both posts are intricately carved with decorative elements. The head post on the left showcases elaborate carvings, while the foot post on the right is more streamlined with a simple knob-like feature in the center. The color palette consists of rich brown tones resembling polished wood. Positioned on a neutral background, the head post is on the left, and the foot post is on the right. The label and signature "R. McKil & Savery" is in the center below the posts.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, gouache, pen and ink and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.1 x 23 cm (11 1/16 x 9 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Approximately 5 ft. high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3968

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in brown ink: W.W.Jennings

Wikidata ID

Q64634447

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