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Painted Chest

1935/1942

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names

Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

The image features a pattern with curved and flowing lines, geometric shapes, and floral motifs on a teal background. Bold bands enclose the design, framing a keyhole and metallic handle suggestive of a trunk or chest. The composition includes reds, greens, and white accents.

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Artwork overview

Medium

gouache, watercolor, and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 44.6 x 72.4 cm (17 9/16 x 28 1/2 in.)
Original IAD Object: 28 3/4"x 17 1/4"
Accession Number

1943.8.7517

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: MAJEL G CLAFLIN - TAOS.

Wikidata ID

Q64594734

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