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Chalkware Dog

c. 1941

Sadie Berman

Associated Names

Sadie Berman

Artist, American, 1897 - 1994

The sculpture depicts a seated dog with fluffy fur and an attentive expression. It has a white color with brown spots on its body and ears. The material appears to be ceramic or porcelain with a glossy finish. The dog's eyes are slightly raised, and there is a red-colored detail around its neck. It sits on a circular white base.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 37.8 x 27.9 cm (14 7/8 x 11 in.)
Original IAD Object: 7" high
Accession Number

1943.8.8318

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

verso: Sadie Berman / Oct. 8 '40 - Jan. 14, '41 / Mass - Mscl 44 - Chalk - 11 / Owner: Fred Finnerty / Charles St.

Wikidata ID

Q64630210

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