Press Cupboard

c. 1936

Francis Borelli and Eleanor Ruelos

Associated Names
Francis Borelli

Artist, American, 1903 - 1961

Eleanor Ruelos

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a large, intricately carved wooden cabinet composed of two main sections: an upper and a lower portion. The cabinet features ornate detailing with patterns and designs that include diamond shapes and scrollwork. The color palette consists of various shades of brown, highlighting the natural wood grain and carvings. The cabinet's upper section sits atop the wider lower section, and both parts include decorative panels and patterns throughout. The legs and columns of the cabinet are turned and provide support to the structure.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

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

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.9 x 30.1 cm (9 x 11 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 55 1/2"high; 55"long; 23"wide.

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.4921

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: BORELLI / RUELOS

Wikidata ID

Q64562523

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