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Spur Cover

c. 1936

Edith Towner

Associated Names

Edith Towner

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image depicts a saddle with an embroidered section showcasing geometric patterns in light blue and cream colors. The darker brown leather of the saddle provides a contrasting background for the embroidery. The saddle is positioned off-center to the right, with the embroidered side facing the viewer and tilted slightly upward.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and silver ink on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 27.8 x 35.7 cm (10 15/16 x 14 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.14565

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Edith Towner

Wikidata ID

Q64556710

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