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Tilt Table

c. 1937

Ferdinand Cartier

Associated Names

Ferdinand Cartier

Artist, 1892 - 1987

The image shows a large, dark red circular shape with intricate, swirling lines radiating out from the middle. The pattern resembles fern leaves or feathers, creating an abstract design. The circle is set against a light background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 28.8 x 22.6 cm (11 5/16 x 8 7/8 in.)
Original IAD Object: 28 1/2"high; 36 1/8"diameter; 31"deep (unclear on data sheet?)
Accession Number

1943.8.5802

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: F. Cartier.

Wikidata ID

Q64561396

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