Small Tin Framed Mirror

c. 1937

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names
Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

The image displays a large, geometric decorative plate with a central rectangular mirror or reflective surface, surrounded by floral patterns within an octagonal border. The color palette comprises mainly grayscale tones, with subtle shades of white and black. The background is a solid black square bordered by a scalloped red edge. The plate is positioned centrally, aligning symmetrically with the edges, and stands out against the dark backdrop.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36.7 x 28.9 cm (14 7/16 x 11 3/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: as drawn

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6689

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: MAJEL G CLAFLIN - TAOS

Wikidata ID

Q64594658

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