Decoration for Stoneware

1935/1942

A. Zimet

Associated Names
A. Zimet

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays abstract shapes and patterns on a beige background. A semicircular formation of overlapping scalloped blue and green shapes is at the top. Circular patterns intertwining to form loops are in the corners and center. Smaller floral motifs below resemble blooming flowers with petal patterns radiating from central points. The composition has an ornamental quality, reminiscent of decorative art and crown-like designs.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and heightening on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 18.3 x 20.2 cm (7 3/16 x 7 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6274

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

upper right verso in graphite

Wikidata ID

Q64533116

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