Conservatory Fountain

c. 1938

Perkins Harnly and Nicholas Zupa

Associated Names
Perkins Harnly

Artist, American, 1901 - 1986

Nicholas Zupa

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image features a large ornate fountain with cascading water and colorful birds inside an upper cage-like structure. Surrounding the fountain are lush and vibrant flowers in various hues of red, pink, orange, and purple. The setting is enclosed by a glass conservatory, allowing natural light to illuminate the scene, and the floor is covered in a pebble-like texture. Positioned in the foreground are gardening tools, including a watering can and a scoop, to the left and right of the fountain, respectively. Large plant arrangements flank the fountain.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 57 x 45.2 cm (22 7/16 x 17 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7636


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64619366

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