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Chalkware Bird

c. 1940

Elmer R. Kottcamp

Associated Names

Elmer R. Kottcamp

Artist, American, active c. 1935

A carved bird is perched on a tiered pedestal. The color palette consists of browns, reds, and creams. Positioned centrally, the bird faces slightly to the right, with the pedestal directly beneath it in a step-like formation.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 29.5 x 17.5 cm (11 5/8 x 6 7/8 in.)
Original IAD Object: 6 1/4" high
Accession Number

1943.8.16468

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center right in graphite: Elmer R. Kottkamp

Wikidata ID

Q64559200

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