Background for Abraham
Attributedattributed to
Duncan Dearle
(British, 1893 - 1954)
Maker
Morris and Company
(British, 1861 - 1940)
Additional Title(s)
- Design for Stained Glass
Collections
ClassificationsDRAWINGS
Dateafter 1940
Mediumwatercolor, graphite and ink on paper
Dimensions43 1/2 x 34 in. (110.5 x 86.4 cm.)
DescriptionTwo rectangular panels with Gothic canopies - scroll across top reads "ABRAHAM"; decorative multi-colored border across base; scroll across center left blank.
Inscribedrecto upper center in graphite: "VANCOUVER CLERESTORY Left hand light"
reecto upper right in graphite: "VANCOUVER CLERESTORY WINDOW NO. 1 / (bases for all three lights)"
recto upper center in graphite: "Abraham Moses & Samuel"
recto center in graphite: "The label may have to be slightly altered in width to accomodate inscription"
recto lower center in graphite: "NOTE 1 1/8" must be added below this / for the condensation outlet below / the sight line of the hill"
various measurements inscribed down the left side and across bottom
verso lower center in graphite: "Base drawing for Vancouver Clerestory No 1 / 3 Figure Settings out & Cartoon for St. Ambrose Tracery"
verso upper right in graphite: "VANCOUVER Clerestory / Base drawing and Figure Setting out"
Credit LineThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
Status
Not on viewObject number2000.5.1628
