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c. 1936

Sebastian Simonet

Associated Names
Sebastian Simonet

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture is a decorative architectural element featuring intricate carvings. It includes a relief of a lion's head at the top facing right with its mouth open. The body of the sculpture curves downward and is adorned with a floral or leafy design. The material appears to be polished wood with a deep reddish-brown hue. The sculpture is vertically oriented and could be part of a larger architectural structure or furniture piece.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.2 x 24.3 cm (13 7/8 x 9 9/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 36" high; 5 1/2" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12626

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64630691

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