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Dressing Mirror

1938

Samuel O. Klein

Associated Names

Samuel O. Klein

Artist, American, 1906 - 1991

The image shows a circular mirror with a detailed frame and a stand below. The mirror is supported by intricate stand with a round base, adorned with warm brown and gold tones. Horse-head motifs are on each side of the mirror, accompanied by scrolling patterns.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 48.1 x 32.5 cm (18 15/16 x 12 13/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 16"high; 7"base
Accession Number

1943.8.5363

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: S.O. Klein.

Wikidata ID

Q64630355

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