Comb

1935/1942

Sylvia Dezon

Associated Names
Sylvia Dezon

Artist, American, 1906 - 1970

The image shows a decorative comb with intricate carvings on the wide upper section and thin, evenly-spaced teeth extending downward. The color palette includes rich browns and golds, with subtle hints of red and green in the carved patterns. The comb is centered vertically and horizontally within the frame, against a plain, off-white background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 26.5 x 22.5 cm (10 7/16 x 8 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2380

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64632944

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