Ship Figurehead

c. 1939

Samuel Philpot

Associated Names
Samuel Philpot

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays an intricately carved wooden corbel with a scrolling leaf-like design. The color palette is muted with primarily browns and tans showcasing the natural wood texture. The corbel is positioned diagonally on a plain light background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.5 x 41.5 cm (12 x 16 5/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 14" wide; 5" deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8691

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center left in graphite: S.H. PHILPOT

Wikidata ID

Q64630398

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