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Wax Doll

c. 1937

Edna C. Rex

Associated Names

Edna Crenshaw Rex

Artist, American, 1893 - 1972

The image depicts a child wearing a light blue dress with a large bow at the neckline, ruffled collar, and voluminous sleeves. The child holds a plush toy resembling a lamb and stands against a plain, light background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.5 x 27.3 cm (14 x 10 3/4 in.)
Original IAD Object: 15" high
Accession Number

1943.8.15480

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64556950

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