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Artists Reimagining the Collection
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Ingraham Residence

c. 1936

William Merklin

Associated Names

William Merklin

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The artwork features circular shapes and lines converging to create an abstract composition. A large, pale blue circle is at the center, containing intricate patterns. Above the circle, a rectangular box with soft pastel colors shows an illustration of a house surrounded by trees and gardens. The composition blends geometric forms with familiar elements like houses and trees in an abstract manner.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 30.7 x 23 cm (12 1/16 x 9 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.10729

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64638638

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