Wall Paper and Border

c. 1936

Burton Ewing

Associated Names
Burton Ewing

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image depicts a stylized artistic illustration of George Washington. It includes a central triangular monument with an illustrated portrait of Washington's head and shoulders, labeled "G. Washington." The portrait emphasizes his facial features and white hair. Surrounding the monument are two blue-striped columns with pink and blue floral vines, connecting at the top arch. A pair of blue and pink draperies with scallop and bow designs adorns the top. The background is solid tan, and the floor has a checked pattern in alternating brown and white. The artist's signature is visible at the bottom right corner.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29 x 22.1 cm (11 7/16 x 8 11/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 20 1/4" repeat

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16038


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Ewing

Wikidata ID

Q64537796

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