Small Decorated Box (front view)

c. 1937

Isabella Ruth Doerfler

Associated Names
Isabella Ruth Doerfler

Artist, American, c. 1886 - 1954

This is a drawing of an ornate decorative panel. The drawing features a panel displaying scrollwork and floral motifs in shades of green and red, surrounded by a border resembling architectural molding. The floral and leaf patterns cover the panel, creating a symmetrical appearance. The drawing may depict a design for a decorative architectural feature or furniture. The name "Isabella Moth Rosevale" is inscribed in the bottom right corner. The presentation emphasizes the linear intricacy and color contrasts within the panel.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 23.2 x 28.1 cm (9 1/8 x 11 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8838


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: ISABELLA-RUTH-DOERFLER

Wikidata ID

Q64575017

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