Antependium of Altar

1939

Edward Jewett

Associated Names
Edward Jewett

Artist, American, 1868 - 1955

This is a drawing of a decorative floral frieze. The image features a horizontal composition with a repeating pattern of diamond shapes set against a background of vertical stripes. Each diamond contains a floral arrangement, alternating between bouquets of pink roses and lilac flowers with muted green leaves. The backgrounds within the diamonds swap between a soft orange and a cream color, providing contrast to the pastel-colored flowers. The vertical stripes are a soft grayish tone, offering a subtle texture that complements the floral design.

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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: 24.3 x 35.5 cm (9 9/16 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Approx. 6'x2'1"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6582


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64557204

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