Restoration Drawing: Wall Painting

c. 1939

Geoffrey Holt and Harry Mann Waddell

Associated Names
Geoffrey Holt

Artist, American, active c. 1935

Harry Mann Waddell

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an architectural interior with arched elements and decorative details. The wall depicts three large arches supported by columns. Below the arches is a decorated lower section with a repetitive pattern of red flowers or geometric shapes on a light blue background. The top edge of the wall has a protruding cornice in red, contrasting with the soft blue and gray tones of the wall. The floor seems to be made of brownish tiles. The style is reminiscent of Henry Mason Wilder, known for architectural and design themes. The composition displays symmetry and balance, showcasing a classical architectural style with a harmonious color scheme.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, pen and ink, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 24.6 x 35.5 cm (9 11/16 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Wall width: 18'10"; height: 14'2"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.5982


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Geoffrey Holt / and / Harry Mann Waddell

Wikidata ID

Q64571160

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