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Artists Reimagining the Collection
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Rocker

1940

Violet Hartenstein

Associated Names

Violet Hartenstein

Artist, American, c. 1901 - 1985

A wooden rocking chair with ornate armrests and a broad backrest is positioned slightly to the right within the frame. The color palette consists of warm browns and reddish-brown tones against a light beige background. The rocking chair is centered, with its right armrest appearing closer to the viewer, showcasing its detailed craftsmanship and smooth finish.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 45.5 x 37.9 cm (17 15/16 x 14 15/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: none given
Accession Number

1943.8.4476

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Violet Hartenstein

Wikidata ID

Q64633816

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