Wall Paper Border

c. 1936

Elizabeth Valentine

Associated Names
Elizabeth Valentine

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a decorative border pattern. The image displays a horizontal strip decorated with a symmetrical pattern consisting of stylized floral elements. The pattern includes red and black flower shapes interspersed with long, green, curved leaves against a light blue background. At the top and bottom, there are repeating black and white curved elements that form a distinct border.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 21.3 x 26.9 cm (8 3/8 x 10 9/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 36" high; 11 1/2" wide; 20 1/4" repeat

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16077

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: ACTUAL SIZE / E. VALENTINE

Wikidata ID

Q64558882

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