Chintz

c. 1936

Isabelle De Strange

Associated Names
Isabelle De Strange

Artist, American, c. 1909 - 1995

This is a painting of a bird perched on a branch surrounded by foliage and blossoms. The scene depicts a botanical environment rich with flowers and leaves in hues of red, green, and brown. The bird is nestled amidst the leaves of a stylized tree, and there's a sense of symmetry and order. The composition is reminiscent of textile design and the style of William Morris. The artwork conveys ornamental beauty and nature's harmony, where natural elements are artistically interwoven.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.5 x 27.6 cm (12 x 10 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 13" long; 15" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.865

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: drawn by I. De Strange

Wikidata ID

Q64575029

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