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Pa. German Saffron Box

c. 1939

J. Howard Iams

Associated Names

J. Howard Iams

Artist, American, 1897 - 1964

The image shows a cylindrical decorative container and lid with nature-inspired motifs. The container and lid have terracotta-like coloring with green and black accents. The decorative elements are in shades of green and brown. The container is centrally placed with the lid slightly above it, both showcased against a light background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.5 x 23.4 cm (14 x 9 3/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 2 3/4" wide; 5" high
Accession Number

1943.8.3828

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: J. Howard Iams.

Wikidata ID

Q64579147

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