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Open late until 8:00 p.m. on select nights
Through September 5
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Artists Reimagining the Collection
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Brooch

1935/1942

Irene Lawson

Associated Names

Irene Lawson

Artist, American, 1902 - 2001

This image depicts two sets of intricate line drawings composed of circles and curls on a plain background. The top drawing features an abstract design resembling an elongated horizontal bar with spirals and circular motifs at its ends. The lower drawing mirrors the top design but expands with additional overlapping circles.

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Artwork overview

Medium

pen and ink on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 26.5 x 22.9 cm (10 7/16 x 9 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.3203

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Irene Lawson

Wikidata ID

Q64574865

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