Cooper Plane

c. 1938

Edward Unger

Associated Names
Edward Unger

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The picture shows a large, semicircular shape with angular lines resembling a half-opened clamshell. The artwork is abstract, with the semicircle suggesting a wooden bowl or a ship's hull. A protruding rectangular element at the top right is present, resembling a handle or a rudder. Below this, a simple line drawing outlines a round object with a handle, reminiscent of a teacup or mug in profile. The elements suggest a connection between the tangible texture of wood in the upper part and the outline below, implying potential utility.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.8 x 28 cm (14 1/8 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 14" long; 7 1/4" high; 3 3/4" deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.13298

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Edward Unger

Wikidata ID

Q64557658

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