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Through September 5
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Celebrating American art and artists
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Artists Reimagining the Collection
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Wall Decoration

1940

Michael Lauretano

Associated Names

Michael Lauretano

Artist, American, 1915 - 2008

The image displays a partially visible human figure, waist up, facing forward. Facial features are vague, as is the hair framing the face. The clothing is loosely draped, and the hands hold leafy branches. The background includes a faded arc shape with earthy and reddish hues. The artwork shows signs of deterioration.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 76 x 55.7 cm (29 15/16 x 21 15/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.7771

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64614595

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