Turtle Shell Bureau

c. 1941

Esther Molina

Associated Names
Esther Molina

Artist, American, born Mexico, 1895 - 1988

The image shows an intricately designed object that looks like a decorative headdress. It has a central oval element surrounded by ornamental motifs. The headdress is primarily in shades of sepia and brown, set against a plain, light background. It is positioned in the center of the image, tilted slightly to the right, with detailed patterns visible.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.3 x 26.8 cm (13 7/8 x 10 9/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 3 3/4" deep; 4" wide; 6 1/2" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15270

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: ESTHER MOLINA.

Wikidata ID

Q64559958

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