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Fireplace Tile

c. 1936

John Dixon

Associated Names

John Dixon

Artist, American, 1888 - 1962

This is a painting of a group of three individuals on a ceramic tile. The scene shows two figures in conversation or observation, while a third figure is seated holding a shepherd's crook. The architectural setting includes arches and columns, suggesting an indoor space or courtyard. The painting is in a monochromatic palette of reddish-brown, with floral motifs in the corners and an inscription at the bottom reading "ACTO 12. V."

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 48.8 x 36.1 cm (19 3/16 x 14 3/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.15142

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64582415

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