Embroideries

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
The image shows a circular decorative pattern with text. The design includes intricate red-orange circular patterns on a dark textured background. The text inside the circle reads "H.H. Geils San Francisco July 1/ 1865" with a small wavy line underneath. The design features stylized leaves or abstract shapes. The background appears woven or layered, enhancing the contrast with the bright circular motif. The overall aesthetic is typography and pattern focused within a historical or commemorative context.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 137.5 x 102.1 cm (54 1/8 x 40 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64534860