Ladies Toilet Set

c. 1936

William Vergani

Associated Names
William Vergani

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an ornate vanity set with a large oval mirror at the center, flanked by two funnel-shaped vases. The mirror is encompassed by a detailed frame with floral and leaf motifs. The color palette consists of soft pastels, including shades of blue, pink, and green, accented by gold and bronze tones on the frame and stand. The vases are adorned with floral patterns and placed on either side of the mirror, while the dish or tray below features a bird motif. The objects are centered, with the mirror positioned at the top center, the vases to its sides, and the dish below, all supported by a decorative base.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gouache, watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29 x 22.7 cm (11 7/16 x 8 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 9"x11"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.5370


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Actual Size

Wikidata ID

Q64639808

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