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Fireman's Shirt

c. 1937

Robert Gilson

Associated Names

Robert Gilson

Artist, American, 1903 - 1942

The image shows a red jacket with a black collar and cuffs. The number "2" is displayed on the upper right side of the chest. The color palette includes red, black, and light tan. The jacket is centered in the image and evenly spread out within the frame.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and heightening on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.9 x 24.7 cm (14 1/8 x 9 3/4 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1730

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Robert Gilson

Wikidata ID

Q64628898

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