W. A. Wheelock Estate

c. 1936

Tabea Hosier

Associated Names
Tabea Hosier

Artist, American, 1905 - 1954

The image shows an aerial view of a garden with a mix of structured and naturalistic elements. Paths and structures are organized with precision. The horizon is not visible due to the elevated perspective. The colors used are soft greens, muted tans, and greys, with bright pops of pink, yellow, and red. Ornate garden panels with floral patterns are close to us. Larger structures and expanses of lawn are further away. Frame vignettes in the upper corners depict a statue and a reclining stag.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 50.5 x 38.5 cm (19 7/8 x 15 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10498

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: T. Hosier

Wikidata ID

Q64633016

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