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Stage Set

c. 1939

Gilbert Sackerman

Associated Names

Gilbert Sackerman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an ornate terrace with a curved staircase leading to ornate columns adorned with red drapery and gold tassels. In the background, there is a circular building with a dome, surrounded by tree-like structures. The scene is painted in fluid brushstrokes, with a soft and vibrant color palette and various potted plants and flowers. A peacock is standing near the staircase.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 45.6 x 56.4 cm (17 15/16 x 22 3/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.12868

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Gilbert Sackerman

Wikidata ID

Q64572270

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