Empire Mirror

1936

Alvin M. Gully

Associated Names
Alvin M. Gully

Artist, American, 1902 - 1985

The image shows a tall, rectangular decorative mirror with an ornately carved wooden frame. The frame features two prominent columns on each side. Above the mirror, there is a diamond-shaped panel with a floral motif set against a light blue background. The wood frame is a warm, reddish-brown color, complementing the subtle hues within the mirror and panel. Positioned vertically, the mirror occupies the central portion, with the decorative panel located above, and the wooden columns forming the left and right sides of the frame.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    oil and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 35.4 x 27.9 cm (13 15/16 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 40"high; 17"wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.5349


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in watercolor: Alvin M. Gully '36

Wikidata ID

Q64534679

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