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The image contains two identical sculptures of dark-skinned figures. One sculpture is positioned horizontally on its back, while the other is standing vertically. The figures are dressed in light gray and lavender clothing. The color palette mainly consists of dark skin tones, light shades of clothing, and a neutral beige background. The horizontal figure is located in the upper center of the image, while the vertical figure is slightly below and to the left of the center, both with their hands behind their heads.

Index of American Design1943.8.2022

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George File

c. 1937 · watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paperboard

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The image shows a wooden structure resembling a bent piece of wood forming an elongated loop at the top and a more complex curved shape at the bottom. The color palette consists mainly of light brown and wood tones with a plain beige background. The wooden structure stands upright, slightly to the right of the center, casting a subtle shadow on the background surface.

Index of American Design1943.8.2023

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Rex F. Bush

c. 1937 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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The image shows an intricately carved object resembling a decorative handle or tool. The color palette is dark reddish-brown with highlights in lighter brown and subtle hints of purple. The object is positioned diagonally across the image, with the larger, more ornate side on the left and tapering towards the right. It is placed against a plain, light-colored background.

Index of American Design1943.8.2024

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Chris Makrenos

c. 1939 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

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The image shows an ornate wooden lyre-shaped stand with a decorative vase at its center. The vase features a detailed illustration of a person in a blue outfit. The color palette includes rich browns for the wood, a mix of blue, brown, and cream tones for the illustration on the vase, set against a soft off-white background. The lyre-shaped stand and vase are positioned in the center of the image.

Index of American Design1943.8.2025

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Hardin Walsh

c. 1938 · watercolor and gouache on paper

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The image shows a brown wood and metal object resembling a leatherworking tool. The handle is dark metal, and the main body is rich brown with visible wood grain. The background is off-white or light beige, contrasting with the tool. The object is centered in the image, with the handle extending left and the wooden body stretching right.

Index of American Design1943.8.2026

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Dolores A. Haupt

c. 1938 · watercolor and gouache on paper

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The image shows a brown wooden stand with an elongated oval opening on one end and two splayed feet on the other. The color palette consists of different shades of brown for the object, set against a plain, light beige background. The object is positioned slightly off-center to the right and is angled from a top-down perspective, making the left side with the oval opening appear elevated.

Index of American Design1943.8.2028

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Walter G. Capuozzo

c. 1938 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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A metallic object with a handle and prongs is depicted in the center of the image. The background is plain and light, accentuating the details and texture of the item. The object is made of metal with a rectangular body and two extended curved prongs. It has a worn and rust-like texture, possibly indicating age or use. The painting may focus on themes of utility or industrial design and is done in the style of John F. Peto.

Index of American Design1943.8.2029

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Howard Lumbard

c. 1939 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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Index of American Design1943.8.2030

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Isabelle De Strange

1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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The image is a drawing of an ornate, stylized depiction of a beetle-like creature. It features a large central figure resembling a detailed beetle or insect with exaggerated, large curving antennae and textured body segments. The creature's body is intricately detailed with a pattern of scales or armor-like plates. Below the central figure, there are smaller sketches of the same creature with measurements.

Index of American Design1943.8.2031

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Filippo Porreca

c. 1936 · graphite on paper

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The image features a large beetle-like sculpture with intricate patterns on its body, legs, and antennae. The color palette is primarily shades of gray. The sculpture is located at the center, slightly tilted to the right. Two smaller technical drawings of the beetle are positioned above and to the left, showing various angles and a scale. The drawings are in lighter shades, contrasting with the darker, textured sculpture. The artist's signature "H. Bader" is at the bottom right corner.

Index of American Design1943.8.2032

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Herman Bader

c. 1936 · graphite on paperboard

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Index of American Design1943.8.2033

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Filippo Porreca

c. 1936 · graphite on paper

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The sculpture is in the form of a boomerang. It is dark-colored and made of a textured material like wood or stone. The boomerang has a symmetrical design with a central segment that extends into two elongated, curved arms tapering towards their ends. It features triangular cutouts throughout its structure. The sculpture is laid flat, and a plan or blueprint of its design is included, providing a top-down view and scale for reference. The blueprint outlines the shape and sections of the boomerang with precise, measured lines, indicating its dimensions in relation to the drawn scale.

Index of American Design1943.8.2034

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Salvatore Borrazzo

c. 1937 · graphite on paper

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This is a drawing of an ornamental object with an openwork pattern. The drawing features a large, intricately designed object in the foreground, with a long, curved handle and a circular opening at the top. The central part of the object is adorned with a geometric openwork pattern that includes triangular and polygonal shapes. In the top left corner, there are two smaller sketches of the same object. Below these sketches, there is a scale. The shading and line work in the drawing highlight the intricate craftsmanship.

Index of American Design1943.8.2035

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Salvatore Borrazzo

c. 1937 · graphite on paperboard

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This is a drawing of an ornate component resembling a bracket or piece of decorative ironwork. The drawing features two detailed views of an intricately designed object, likely made from metal, with flowing, intertwining curves and scrolls. The upper portion of the page includes a finely rendered outline drawing with a view from the side, accompanied by a scale for measurement. The lower section presents a more detailed, shaded depiction, highlighting the depth and texture of the relief design. The style demonstrates careful attention to detail and form, emphasizing the craftsmanship involved in creating such a piece.

Index of American Design1943.8.2036

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Filippo Porreca

c. 1937 · graphite on paperboard

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The sculpture is of an intricately designed object with a flat, elongated body featuring a carved, openwork pattern resembling leaves or feathers. At the end, it extends into two distinct prongs with curled tips. The sculpture is depicted in shades of dark gray, giving it a three-dimensional appearance. The design is symmetrical and decorative, suggesting craftsmanship and careful detail in its creation.

Index of American Design1943.8.2037

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Gordon Sanborn

c. 1939 · graphite on paperboard

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The image depicts an intricately carved decorative hinge made of metal with ornate patterns and a U-shaped end. The color palette is mainly monochromatic, with shades of gray and black. The object is centrally positioned against a plain, light-colored background.

Index of American Design1943.8.2038

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Gordon Sanborn

c. 1939 · graphite on paperboard

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The image shows a large metal object with curved and pointed ends, as well as geometric cutout patterns throughout its structure. The color palette includes shades of gray and metallic hues against an off-white background. The object is positioned centrally and oriented diagonally. Near the lower right side, there is a faint black and white inscription that reads "HELEN BIRAM F."

Index of American Design1943.8.2039

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Helen Hobart

c. 1942 · graphite on paperboard

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This is a drawing of a decorative metal object with an ornate design. The object has a central elongated body adorned with a textured pattern resembling scales. It features two protruding sections at the top, and three symmetrical pairs of elements branching outwards. The drawing captures fine details of the surface texture and symmetrical design, highlighted by shading techniques that give the impression of depth and dimension. The medium appears to be pencil on paper, with a signature and date at the bottom.

Index of American Design1943.8.2040

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Austin L. Davison

1937 · graphite on paperboard

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The image shows a large wooden board with a notch at the top center and a striped pattern created by darker lines running vertically. The board is against a plain light beige or off-white background with the signature "A-Haugland" in the lower right corner.

Index of American Design1943.8.2042

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Augustine Haugland

c. 1937 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

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The image shows a large, weathered wooden beam with a natural, uneven shape and a prominent crack in its center, against a plain, light background. The color palette includes muted browns and grays, reflecting the aged wood with textured grain patterns. The wooden object is central in the image, slightly tilted upwards from left to right, and surrounded by an empty, beige-colored space.

Index of American Design1943.8.2044

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Alexander Anderson

c. 1942 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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A brown tree branch with several thick, bifurcated limbs is central in the image. The background is a muted beige with aged discoloration marks. The branch is oriented horizontally, with its thicker end on the left and split limbs extending to the right. In the top left corner, there is a rectangular inset with a simplified line drawing of the branch's shape.

Index of American Design1943.8.2045

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Lloyd A. Davidson

c. 1942 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard

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The sculpture is a long, slender, Y-shaped object. It is dark brown and appears textured, with visible grooves and imperfections. It is positioned upright on a light background. To the right, there is a smaller sketch-like depiction of the sculpture.

Index of American Design1943.8.2046

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Gerald Bernhardt

1939 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard

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This is a painting of a wooden object. The painting depicts a wooden object resembling a forked tool or plank with a bifurcated end and a hole on one side. The wood is textured with visible grain patterns, and the painting captures this detail with subtle color variations and shading. The background is a plain, light color, which emphasizes the sepia and brown tones of the wooden object itself.

Index of American Design1943.8.2047

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Thomas Dooley

c. 1939 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard

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This is a drawing of an ornate metallic object. The object has an elongated form with intricate detailing on its surface resembling small swirl or floral patterns. It is adorned with multiple protruding elements on its sides. These elements are symmetrically arranged. The lower part of the object has two curved extensions resembling legs. The object is rendered in a monochromatic palette, showcasing shading and detail to bring out the metallic nature and three-dimensionality.

Index of American Design1943.8.2048

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Albert Geuppert

c. 1937 · watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard

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