Architectural Carving

c. 1940

Helen E. Gilman

Associated Names
Helen E. Gilman

Artist, American, 1913 - 1983

In the image, there are two large, identical, swan-like figures each perched on a gold and brown ornate bowl. The swans have white bodies with subtle gray shading and long, curved necks with their wings lifted slightly. The color palette consists mainly of soft whites, tans, browns, and a hint of gold. The objects are centrally positioned on a plain beige background, with the swans facing each other, creating a symmetrical layout across the image.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 38.4 x 55.8 cm (15 1/8 x 21 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 36" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12786

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573468

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