Who created "Valentine in Shadow Box"?

Valentine in Shadow Box was created by Inez McCombs in c. 1938.

When was "Valentine in Shadow Box" created?

This artwork was created c. 1938.

What medium is "Valentine in Shadow Box"?

Valentine in Shadow Box is watercolor and graphite on paper.

Is "Valentine in Shadow Box" in the public domain?

Yes, Valentine in Shadow Box is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Valentine in Shadow Box

Inez McCombs

c. 1938

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper

Dimensions

overall: 36.5 x 30.6 cm (14 3/8 x 12 1/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 24" high; 18" wide

Classification

Index of American Design

Department

CG-W

Museum

National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.

Credit

Index of American Design

Accession Number

1943.8.15933

Art Historical Context

**Valentine in Shadow Box** a captivating watercolor and graphite rendering by artist Inez McCombs, created around 1938. Measuring 36.5 x 30.6 cm, this delicate work on paper meticulously captures a folk art Valentine housed in a shadow box, originally 24 inches high and 18 inches wide.Combs, known for her precise draftsmanship, brings to life the intricate details of this affectionate American artifact, blending soft watercolor washes with fine graphite lines to evoke texture and depth. This piece is part of the *Index of American Design*, landmark WPA Federal Art Project from the 1930s that...

Valentine in Shadow Box

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