Detail of Sofa

c. 1936

Paul Ward

Associated Names
Paul Ward

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an intricate design with architectural details and a fabric pattern. The central part of the image features a rich purple fabric pattern with ornate floral motifs and scrolls. Surrounding the fabric swatch are finely detailed line drawings of architectural ornamentation, including decorative moldings, drapery elements, stylized faces, and tassels. The drawing combines fabric design with architectural elements, suggesting its use in an interior design context.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 35.5 cm (11 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 48"high, center back; 68"long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.5527

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: FABRIC 1/7, DETAILS 1/4 FULL SIZE P. Ward

Wikidata ID

Q64619159

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