Reel

1935/1942

Florence Truelson

Associated Names
Florence Truelson

Artist, American, 1901 - 1959

The image features a mechanical device with multiple arms extending outwards from a central hub, positioned on a round base. The arms are painted in varying shades of green with brass-toned knobs at the ends, resembling a wheel with pegs. The color palette consists mainly of green and bronze, with hints of black and brown detailing. The object is situated centrally within the frame, occupying most of the space and drawing focus to its intricate design and color contrasts.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, gouache, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.5 x 23.1 cm (12 x 9 1/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 35 1/2" high; 30" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.14851

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: -Florence Truelson-

Wikidata ID

Q64561969

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