Hand Painted Wall (Detail)

c. 1940

Michael Lauretano

Associated Names
Michael Lauretano

Artist, American, 1915 - 2008

This print shows a portion of a decorative floral pattern. The portion of the pattern appears to be a large diamond shape, but the top and side points of the diamond are cut off by the edges of the paper, creating flat sides. The pattern is primarily a muted green color, and on it is a floral pattern consisting of small, delicate branches and round buds or fruits among small leaves. The overall design is divided into four diamond shapes, each containing similar floral motifs. The print appears aged or distressed, with patches of what looks like white paint obscuring parts of the design. The paper around the central design is blank and off-white.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    silkscreen on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 76.2 x 56 cm (30 x 22 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7783


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64614602

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