Pa. German Toy Bird

1935/1942

Arsen Maralian

Associated Names
Arsen Maralian

Artist, American, born Turkey, 1884 - 1948

This is a drawing of a wooden bird sculpture. The bird is stylized and crafted from dark-toned wood. It has a simplistic, geometric form with a rectangular base supporting its body. Noteworthy details include a prominent crest on the head and a band encircling the neck area. The tail is straight and elongated. The drawing captures the texture of wood with subtle shading, highlighting the craftsmanship. The background is plain and light in color.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.8 x 29.2 cm (9 x 11 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 1/6" long; 3 13/16" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3731

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: A. MARALIAN.

Wikidata ID

Q64536433

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