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c. 1938

George Bobholz

Associated Names

George Bobholz

Artist, American, 1904 - 1957

The image shows a large, elongated wooden object with a tapering shape and a rectangular notch near the broader end. The color palette consists mainly of earthy browns and muted tans, showcasing the natural wood texture. The object is positioned diagonally, with the handle on the left side and the broader end extending towards the upper right. A small, unobtrusive signature is visible to the right of the object against the plain background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 22.9 x 27.9 cm (9 x 11 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.11469

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Geo. F. Bobholz

Wikidata ID

Q64571229

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