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Open today 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
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Washington, DC 20565

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Open late until 8:00 p.m. on select nights
Through September 5
Exhibitions & Events
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Celebrating American art and artists
Art & Artists
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Artists Reimagining the Collection
Meet the 50 makers selected from more than 1,600 submissions

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c. 1941

Helen Bronson

Associated Names

Helen Bronson

Artist, American, c. 1900 - 1990

The image shows a decorative piece with a white flower at the center surrounded by golden-yellow leaves. Rich yellows, warm browns, and white flower petals create a contrasting color palette. Positioned centrally on a plain background, the design features intricate details and vibrant hues.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.9 x 28 cm (14 1/8 x 11 in.)
Original IAD Object: 7 6/8" long; 4 1/8" wide
Accession Number

1943.8.15094

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: HELEN BRONSON.

Wikidata ID

Q64573438

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