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Through September 5
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Printed Textile - Historical

c. 1941

Arlene Perkins

Associated Names

Arlene Perkins

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a group of figures gathered around a symbolic representation of the Constitution and Law. The central image features a rocky pedestal with the words "Constitution & Law" inscribed on it, and a depiction of a flag nearby. Around it are various figures raising their hands. The scene is surrounded by an ornate border with floral motifs.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

sheet: 45.9 × 36.7 cm (18 1/16 × 14 7/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 10 2/4" wide; 11" long
Accession Number

1943.8.954

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: L.A. Perkins

Wikidata ID

Q64536424

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