Pa. German Book Marker

c. 1937

Albert Levone

Associated Names
Albert Levone

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an ornamental border with floral and abstract elements. The image depicts a horizontal rectangular panel featuring a series of decorative motifs. The design includes stylized letters, floral elements, and colorful patterns in a vibrant combination of blues, reds, yellows, and greens. The border is delineated by thin lines and incorporates an intriguing blend of abstract shapes alongside traditional floral forms. The background is a beige or parchment-like hue which contrasts the vivid colors of the design.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.6 x 38 cm (10 7/8 x 14 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: W OM 203; H OM 075 (?)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3361

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 717, no. 2619.

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: ALBERT LEVONE

Wikidata ID

Q64533851

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