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Child's Rocking Chair

c. 1939

William H. Edwards

Associated Names

William H. Edwards

Artist, American, c. 1890 - 1947

The image displays a wooden rocking chair. It is positioned centrally within the frame, with its seat, backrest, and legs all visible. The color palette consists of various shades of brown, reflecting the natural wood texture of the chair. Light creates shadows to define its shape.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, and some heightening on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.4 x 24.1 cm (13 15/16 x 9 1/2 in.)
Original IAD Object: 26"high; 18 1/2"wide; 14 3/4"deep, seat. See data sheet for dets.
Accession Number

1943.8.4534

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: William H Edwards. Del-550

Wikidata ID

Q64637047

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