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Confessional, Detail from Side

1940

Harry Mann Waddell

Associated Names

Harry Mann Waddell

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays an elongated oval shape with abstract circular patterns inside. Some sections resemble clusters of rounded beads or spherical elements radiating from a central point. Additionally, there are simple swirl shapes at the top and bottom. The overall design evokes a wooden inlay or carved decorative panel, showcasing symmetry and repetition.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, colored pencil, graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.4 x 24.6 cm (13 15/16 x 9 11/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 11" x 3 1/8" x 3/8"
Accession Number

1943.8.6606

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: HARRY M. WADDELL

Wikidata ID

Q64573292

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