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Wall Painting

1939

Edward Jewett

Associated Names

Edward Jewett

Artist, American, 1868 - 1955

The image consists of repetitive geometric patterns and floral motifs arranged in horizontal bands. A green and pink meander pattern crosses the center, above a row of sunflower-like shapes. Below the meandering lines are circular motifs bordered by leaves. The composition is symmetric and decorative.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 24.8 x 35.5 cm (9 3/4 x 14 in.)
Original IAD Object: Approx. 1 3/4"wide
Accession Number

1943.8.5987

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: EDWARD T. JEWETT

Wikidata ID

Q64557194

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