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Shaker Scales

c. 1941

George V. Vezolles

Associated Names

George V. Vezolles

Artist, American, 1885 - 1956

The image shows a vintage balance scale with two circular pans on either side and an ornate central support structure. The color palette consists mainly of muted shades of brown and gray. The scale is positioned centrally within the image on a light, plain background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 32.7 x 34.3 cm (12 7/8 x 13 1/2 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.13683

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: GEO. V. VEZOLLES

Wikidata ID

Q64571626

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