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Butter Mold

c. 1938

Franklyn Syres

Associated Names

Franklyn Syres

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an emblem with a stylized eagle and geometric patterns. The image features a circular design with a central eagle motif, surrounded by abstract representations of foliage or arabesque patterns. The color palette is muted, with browns and beiges dominating the piece.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 23.4 x 21.7 cm (9 3/16 x 8 9/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.16419

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center right in watercolor: Franklin Syres

Wikidata ID

Q64570455

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