Perfume Bottle

c. 1938

Erwin Schwabe

Associated Names
Erwin Schwabe

Artist, American, 1886 - 1977

The image shows a decorative bottle with a wide base and a narrow neck, showcasing intricate floral patterns on its surface and a large, round stopper at the top. The color palette includes shades of cream, brown, gold, and grayish-blue accents. The bottle is slightly off-center, with a shadow cast to the left, indicating light from the right. The overall aesthetic is soft and vintage, with an elegant look.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 22.9 cm (11 x 9 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Rendered exact size.

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7487

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: E.Schwabe

Wikidata ID

Q64559894

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