Ship's Billethead

c. 1938

Jane Iverson

Associated Names
Jane Iverson

Artist, American, 1910 - 1997

The image shows a decorative black and gold ornamental element with intricate swirling patterns and floral motifs. The background is deep black with golden highlights on the ornamentation that appear metallic and glossy. The ornament is centrally positioned, angled slightly to the right, and occupies the middle of the otherwise plain off-white background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 48 x 38 cm (18 7/8 x 14 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 15" high; 19" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8694

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64580794

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