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Trivet

1935/1942

Ralph Morton

Associated Names

Ralph Morton

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a wooden trivet with intricate carvings, four small rounded legs, leaf-like patterns, and floral carvings in rich brown hues. It is positioned at a slight angle on an off-white background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 26.9 x 35.5 cm (10 9/16 x 14 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.15806

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64619873

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