Wall Paper Border

c. 1936

Alfonso Umana

Associated Names
Alfonso Umana

Artist, American, born Colombia, 1908 - 1994

This is a drawing of a decorative border pattern. The drawing features a horizontal band of intricate designs with alternating brown and blue hues. The primary element is a repeating looped motif, interlaced to create a sense of continuity across the band. The loops are accented with small white and blue dots, and are framed above by a lighter brown segment decorated with symmetrical arches or wave-like patterns. The drawing is on a plain off-white background which emphasizes the colorful border design.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.5 x 22.4 cm (11 5/8 x 8 13/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 1 7/8" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16075

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Ao Umana

Wikidata ID

Q64534253

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