Scoop

1938

Alfonso Moreno

Associated Names
Alfonso Moreno

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image depicts a large, hand-carved wooden spoon with a long handle and a rounded, deep bowl. The color palette consists of earthy tones, primarily light brown and cream, creating a natural wood texture with grain patterns. The spoon is positioned centrally in the image, angled slightly to the right to show both the inner surface of the bowl and the smooth outer profile. The handle extends upwards in the top portion of the image, adding depth to the composition.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 21.7 x 32.4 cm (8 9/16 x 12 3/4 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 4" high; 6" in diameter

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16608

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Alfonso Moreno 1938

Wikidata ID

Q64534240

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