Scenic Paper, "The Colonnade", 1937–42
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We acquired this object in 2005
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- Object ID: 18705515
- Accession Number: 2005-25-2-a/f
- Acquired: 2005
- Short URL: http://cprhw.tt/o/2DSuT/
- Scenic Paper, "The Colonnade", 1937–42. 1937–42. Screen printed and airbrushed on paper. Gift of Priscilla E. Muller. 2005-25-2-a/f.
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- Produced by George J. Hunken
"Colonnade" illustrates a woodland scene containing a variety of trees, a lake and distant mountains. Architectural monuments include a colonnade and other classically inspired structures, stone balustrades, patios and a fountain. Screen printed with 4 shades of green, gray and white, with airbrushed black accents, on a blue ground. This is a full set of six panels.
This scenic paper is screen printed and airbrushed on paper. Its dimensions are: Overall (Per panel): 365.8 x 76.2 cm (12 ft. x 30 in.).
This scenic paper is from United States and dated 1937–42
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