Wall Paper

1935/1942

Lina Manetto

Associated Names
Lina Manetto

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays curving and branching lines that form complex, irregular shapes against a textured background, creating an abstract composition. The lines suggest tree branches or foliage, while the shapes resemble a stylized natural pattern. The arrangement is reminiscent of intricate patterns found in coral reefs or decorative foliage with contrasting colors.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.6 x 28.9 cm (8 7/8 x 11 3/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 14" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16004

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 523, no. 1944.

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Lina Manetto

Wikidata ID

Q64593228

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