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Large Trunk

c. 1940

Edward L. Loper

Associated Names

Edward L. Loper

Artist, American, 1916 - 2011

The image shows a vintage trunk covered in brown leather with darker leather straps and metallic rivets. The color palette is primarily browns with brass accents. The trunk is positioned slightly to the left, with its lid and details like the side handle and latch visible.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 26.6 x 35.4 cm (10 1/2 x 13 15/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.15896

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Edward L. Loper Del 550-1

Wikidata ID

Q64557461

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