Mirror

c. 1953

Nicholas Gorid

Associated Names
Nicholas Gorid

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an ornate mirror design. The mirror features intricate woodwork with a border made of wood in rich, warm tones. The top of the mirror is adorned with decorative elements including floral motifs and a crest-like emblem. At the very top, there is a fine detailing resembling a floral arrangement extending outwards. The sides and bottom of the frame are artistically carved with scrollwork and floral designs. Above the reflective surface of the mirror, there is a small landscape scene depicted in a rectangular inset. The drawing is on a simple, plain background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.6 x 22.5 cm (11 5/8 x 8 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 21" wide; 55" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7873


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: N. Gorid.

Wikidata ID

Q64618460

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