Tie-back

c. 1938

Helen Bronson

Associated Names
Helen Bronson

Artist, American, c. 1900 - 1990

The image shows a circular artwork depicting a side profile of a person's bust. The individual is positioned in a right-facing profile, with only a part of the shoulder visible. The facial features of the person include a straight nose and a closed mouth, and the hair styled back in curls and tied into a bun, with some ornamentation suggested. The depiction is stylized, similar to a classical or vintage medallion or cameo. There are no details regarding clothing as only the bust is represented. The background is plain, with the artwork set against a light, unadorned surface. Below the round artwork, the signature "Helen Brorson" is faintly visible, with a simple rectangular boundary encompassing the circular artwork.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 21.5 x 20.2 cm (8 7/16 x 7 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 3 7/8" in diameter

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15106


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center right in graphite: Helen Bronson

Wikidata ID

Q64573440

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