Coverlet

1935/1942

Howard H. Sherman

Associated Names
Howard H. Sherman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a decorative textile design featuring a symmetrical, intricate pattern of floral motifs and mythical creatures in red on a cream background. In the lower left corner, there is text stating "DANIEL S & SALLY BUCK * NE CATHARI * 1844." A small grid pattern appears at the top right, mirroring sections of the design. The border of the piece is adorned with a lattice pattern.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.4 x 25.4 cm (13 15/16 x 10 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 79" long; 85 1/2" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17870

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower ruight in watercolor: HOWARD H. SHERMAN. 1936.

Wikidata ID

Q64574483

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