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Comb

c. 1936

Gordena Jackson

Associated Names

Gordena Jackson

Artist, American, 1900 - 1993

The image shows an ornate comb with intricate scrollwork design against a black background. The comb is golden-brown with darker and lighter shades highlighting its details. The comb's teeth extend downward and the top part has symmetrical floral patterns.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 28 x 22.9 cm (11 x 9 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.2365

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573243

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