Design for a Bell Push with Fish Motif

1899

Not on view

Design for a bell push, characterized by three intertwined fish encircling the central button. The decorative motif is placed on a square plate. On the right side, the relief of the bell push is indicated by a section.

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Title: Design for a Bell Push with Fish Motif
Artist: Edgar Gilstrap Simpson (British, 1867–1945 (presumed))
Date: 1899
Medium: Graphite and gouache
Dimensions: sheet: 3 1/2 x 5 in. (8.9 x 12.7 cm)
Classifications: Drawings, Ornament & Architecture
Credit Line: The Elisha Whittelsey Collection, The Elisha Whittelsey Fund, 1959
Object Number: 59.508.94(17)
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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