Silver Crown (Crown of the Holy Ghost)

c. 1937

Tulita Westfall and Ethel Dougan

Associated Names
Ethel Dougan

Artist, American, 1898 - 1976

Tulita Westfall

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an ornate crown. The drawing features a crown with intricate cut-out floral patterns and decorative elements. The crown is comprised of detailed arches that converge at the top, where a cross sits above a round orb. The cross has a geometric pattern, and a small bird is perched atop it. The band of the crown has a repeating design of floral motifs, and leaf-like shapes rise from the base. The overall tone of the drawing is monochromatic, emphasizing the detailed craftsmanship and shadowing of the crown.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.6 x 27.9 cm (14 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 13"high.

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6678


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: TULITA WESTFALL

Wikidata ID

Q64633373

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