Wall Paper

c. 1936

George Robin

Associated Names
George Robin

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a decorative floral pattern. The central focus is a blue square with a symmetrical floral motif in brownish-gold color, positioned centrally and repeated at each corner. The pattern consists of stylized floral elements arranged in an elegant and balanced manner. Below the square, a small rectangle contains a zoomed-in view of the floral motif with numbered markers. The paper's background remains plain, and there is a label reading "CEILINGS, ROOMS" on the bottom. The design suggests a use in decorative applications like wallpapers or furnishings, with a clear layout to highlight its ornamental potential.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.2 x 22.7 cm (11 1/2 x 8 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15989


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: GEORGE ROBIN

Wikidata ID

Q64571544

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