Wallpaper Border

c. 1940

Sidney Liswood

Associated Names
Sidney Liswood

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a rectangular strip with a pattern of interlocking squares forming a continuous line. The repeated square patterns resemble the Greek key or meander motif. Above and below the central band are narrower borders; the upper border appears plain, while the lower one features circular motifs. The color palette includes teal and maroon, creating a visual rhythm akin to a decorative fabric or architectural frieze.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 23.2 x 30.6 cm (9 1/8 x 12 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 2 3/8" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17383

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: S. Liswood

Wikidata ID

Q64631296

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