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Open late until 8:00 p.m. on select nights
Through September 5
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Celebrating American art and artists
Art & Artists
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Artists Reimagining the Collection
Meet the 50 makers selected from more than 1,600 submissions

Valance for Tester

c. 1940

Charlotte Angus

Associated Names

Charlotte Angus

Artist, American, 1911 - 1989

The image shows a rectangular composition with flowing lines resembling draped fabric. The dominant shapes are a series of red abstract forms and a central semi-circular green shape. The design evokes decorative garlands and festive decorations.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 31.6 x 43.3 cm (12 7/16 x 17 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.451

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: CHARLOTTE / A.N.G.U.S.

Wikidata ID

Q64539651

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