J. Duane Estate
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 51 x 38.2 cm (20 1/16 x 15 1/16 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Index of American Design
Accession Number
1943.8.10509
Art Historical Context
**J. Duane Estate**, a captivating rendering by artist Meyer Goldbaum circa 1936, invites visitors into the refined world of American estate design. Created with meticulous watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard (51 x 38.2 cm), this work measures 20 1/16 x 15 1/16 inches and captures the architectural or decorative essence of the J. Duane Estate. Goldbaum's precise lines and vibrant layering evoke the grandeur of early 20th-century American residences, blending realism with artistic flourish. This piece is a gem from the *Index of American Design* (IAD), a groundbreaking Works Progre...