J. Duane Estate

J. Duane Estate by Meyer Goldbaum

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...

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