Armchair

c. 1936

Agnes Karlin

Associated Names
Agnes Karlin

Artist, American, 1915 - 2008

The image shows an ornate chair with a high back, decorative carvings along its arms, legs, and backrest, a woven or cane seat and back, and intricate patterns. The chair is detailed with earthy brown tones and subtle shading accentuating the wood texture and design motifs. It is placed in the center of the image, facing slightly to the left, with linear guides indicating perspective and depth on a plain background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.3 x 23.1 cm (11 9/16 x 9 1/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: none given.

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.4078

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64533456

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