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Bowl

1935/1942

John Dana

Associated Names

John Dana

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays a large decorative blue glass cup with a curved design around its body placed centrally in the frame. The color palette consists of shades of blue from the glass and a beige background. The cup is positioned in the center with its base resting on the background, showcasing its intricate details and contour lines.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 29.1 x 23 cm (11 7/16 x 9 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.11584

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: JOHN DANA

Wikidata ID

Q64582323

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