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1935/1942

Alf Bruseth

Associated Names

Alf Bruseth

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an oval-shaped, metallic plaque with a raised design of two steam engines next to large letters "U" and "F" on either side. The color palette consists of earthy browns and dark bronze tones. The plaque is centrally positioned within the image against a plain, light beige background, focusing on the intricate detailing of the design elements.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 23.9 x 32.7 cm (9 7/16 x 12 7/8 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.10266

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: ALF BRUSETH

Wikidata ID

Q64534205

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