Sofa

c. 1936

Edith Magnette

Associated Names
Edith Magnette

Artist, American, 1869-1947?

The image shows an ornate antique-style sofa with intricate wooden carvings on its back and arms, and an upholstered seat featuring a floral pattern. The color palette consists of muted earth tones primarily browns and beiges, with subdued gold and dark accents in the fabric pattern. The wooden frame outlines the back and arms, while the fabric's floral motif covers the seat, backrest, and arms.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.9 x 30.5 cm (9 x 12 in.)
    Original IAD Object: none given

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.5532

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Edith Magnette

Wikidata ID

Q64556501

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