Wall Paper Border on Bandbox Lid

c. 1936

Nicholas Acampora

Associated Names
Nicholas Acampora

Artist, American, born Italy, 1886 - 1950

The image shows a narrow horizontal band with intricate shapes and lines forming an abstract pattern. The design consists of interconnected loops resembling stylized vines or tendrils adorned with blossoms that resemble common flowers. The colors are mainly blues, greens, soft pink, and white, evoking a decorative floral border often seen in traditional fabric patterns or architectural friezes. The composition is centered on a plain, light background, emphasizing the ornamental strip.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.4 x 29.2 cm (8 13/16 x 11 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 1 1/16" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16071

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: N. Acampora

Wikidata ID

Q64618216

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