Pa. German Block Used in Pressing and Steaming

c. 1938

Charlotte Angus

Associated Names
Charlotte Angus

Artist, American, 1911 - 1989

The image shows a carved, oval-shaped relief with intricate designs. The subject of the sculpture consists of symmetrical, abstract floral or organic patterns, with curves and twists forming a decorative motif reminiscent of leaves and buds. The sculpture is brown, suggesting it is made of wood or a similar material. It is relatively small compared to the canvas or background it is displayed on, and it appears to be centered on the page. The carving is detailed, displaying depth and texture, giving it a three-dimensional appearance against the flat background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 50.9 x 38 cm (20 1/16 x 14 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3807


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center in black ink: CHARLOTTE ANGUS

Wikidata ID

Q64539686

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