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Chest

c. 1937

Charles Squires

Associated Names

Charles Squires

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is an image of an ornately carved wooden chest. The image depicts a rectangular chest made of wood with a flat lid and short legs. The front panel of the chest is embellished with intricate carvings, featuring a series of symmetrical swirling patterns and motifs. The wood has a rich, warm tone.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, colored pencil, graphite and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 31.6 x 41.6 cm (12 7/16 x 16 3/8 in.)
Original IAD Object: 39"high; 49"long
Accession Number

1943.8.4592

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: CHARLES SQUIRES

Wikidata ID

Q64539560

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