Sampler

c. 1936

Eva Wilson

Associated Names
Eva Wilson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an allegorical scene with two figures and a fountain. The scene depicted shows two classically-dressed figures standing on either side of a fountain. Above their heads is an urn with a facial decoration, set against a background filled with floral and grapevine motifs. Surrounding the center vignette are ornate floral patterns with large blossoms in soft colors, alongside hanging grape clusters. The work's border contains small images of houses or buildings on the lower part, with decorative floral elements throughout.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 49.9 x 42.9 cm (19 5/8 x 16 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 24" long; 21" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2498


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64591446

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