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c. 1936

Yolande Delasser

Associated Names
Yolande Delasser

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a bird on a branch with an outline of a vase above it. The image features a simple depiction of a bird perched on a branch against a grey wash background. Above is a faint outline of a vase with a small sketch of a similar bird motif inside it. The drawing combines a naturalistic representation of the bird with a nod to decorative arts through the inclusion of the vase. The combination suggests a connection between nature and crafted objects.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29 x 22.9 cm (11 7/16 x 9 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 14 1/2" High 5 1/2" Dia.(top) 6 1/2" Dia.(bot)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.5065

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Yolande Delasser

Wikidata ID

Q64640698

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