Bishop Hill: Ceiling Decoration

1939

H. Langden Brown

Associated Names
H. Langden Brown

Artist, American, 1879 - 1960

The image displays a diamond-shaped composition with rounded, overlapping forms that interlock inside. The shapes resemble tightly packed petals or shells. The central figures involve smaller circular and oval shapes, suggesting depth. The abstract formation invites visual connections to natural elements and geometric configurations.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 48 x 35.5 cm (18 7/8 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 13" long; 9 3/8" wide; 2 1/4" deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8732

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: H. Langden Brown

Wikidata ID

Q64572850

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