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Money Vest

1935/1942

John Thorsen

Associated Names

John Thorsen

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a tan-colored quilted life vest with multiple straps and pockets. The color palette includes beige, cream, brown, green, and red. The vest is centered with symmetrical sides, long shoulder straps, and fastening elements.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 37.3 x 50.9 cm (14 11/16 x 20 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.14222

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64584386

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