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Toy Stove

c. 1938

Ralph Atkinson

Associated Names

Ralph Atkinson

Artist, American, 1913 - 1995

The image shows a detailed illustration of a large, ornate metallic fireplace, a smaller matching side panel, and a vase or urn. The color palette is mainly in shades of gray with subtle highlights resembling metal. The fireplace has intricate patterns, the side panel has a sunburst design, and the smaller decorative piece is centered in the front.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite and colored pencil on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.3 x 50.9 cm (13 7/8 x 20 1/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 32" high; 42" wide; 28" deep
Accession Number

1943.8.14905

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: RAE / TKINSON / 10/18/39

Wikidata ID

Q64619838

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