Tin Mirror Frame

c. 1937

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names
Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

This is a drawing of a decorative emblem featuring geometric patterns and bird motifs. The image depicts a symmetrical design with two stylized birds facing each other, positioned above an arch-like form with triangular elements. The color palette is primarily red, black, and white, creating a striking contrast against the plain background. Below the emblem, there is an example of how it might be applied or constructed, with detailed notes and a smaller illustration showing a part of a frame or hinge mechanism. The overall composition gives a sense of a ceremonial or cultural artifact with intricate details and craftsmanship.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and white gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 24.4 x 33.4 cm (9 5/8 x 13 1/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 24"high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6691


Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

2019

  • Outliers and American Vanguard Art, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 28 Jan 2018-13 May 2018; High Museum of Art, Atlanta 24 Jun 2018-30 Sep 2018; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Los Angeles, 18 Nov 2018-18 Mar 2019, cat. 10.

Bibliography

2018

  • Cooke, Lynne. Outliers and American Vanguard Art. Exh. cat. National Gallery of Art, Washington; High Museum of Art, Atlanta; Los Angeles County Museum, 2018: 136, no. 10.

Inscriptions

lower right: MAJEL G. CLAFLIN - TAOS.

Wikidata ID

Q64594660

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