Screen, for Choir

1939

Edith Towner

Associated Names
Edith Towner

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an architectural balcony. The image shows a balcony with three arches supported by columns. Each arch features geometric patterns and motifs. Below the arches, there is a balustrade with vertical slats. The drawing includes shading and perspective to give depth to the structure. Shadowing indicates form and support elements. The composition emphasizes symmetry and decorative elements typical of a past architectural style.

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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: 27.9 x 35.5 cm (11 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Approximately 27'long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6532

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Edith A. Towner

Wikidata ID

Q64556648

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