Mission Bench

c. 1939

Emile Cero

Associated Names
Emile Cero

Artist, American, c. 1915 - 1986

The image features a wooden bench with intricate carvings on both the backrest and the edges of the seat. The bench is positioned diagonally, and the armrests extend outward slightly from the main structure. The color palette primarily consists of various shades of brown, showcasing the natural wood grain patterns. The bench appears centered in the image, with a plain background, highlighting its craftsmanship.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.9 x 35.7 cm (11 x 14 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 81 1/4"long; 21 1/2"wide; back 43 1/2"high; front 29"high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7502

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: EMILE A. CERO

Wikidata ID

Q64559445

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