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Wall Paper

c. 1937

Margaret Knapp

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Margaret Knapp

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a decorative pattern featuring floral and leaf motifs. The image displays two distinct horizontal bands. The upper band is a vibrant blue stripe adorned with a repeating motif of pink and brown floral designs. Just below, the larger portion of the image is filled with a pattern of tan-colored leaves with subtle red veins, set against a lighter background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 22.8 x 29.2 cm (9 x 11 1/2 in.)
Original IAD Object: 6 1/8" repeat
Accession Number

1943.8.16007

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64594997

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