Name/Title
Untitled (Gardner School)Entry/Object ID
2022.33.1Description
This untitled watercolor by Betty Lou Shotliff depicts Gardner School in Valparaiso, Indiana.Artwork Details
Medium
WatercolorSubject
Gardner SchoolSubject Place
City
Valparaiso, INCounty
Porter County, INState/Province
IndianaCountry
United StatesContinent
North AmericaContext
Gardner School was designed by architect Charles Lembke and built in 1899. The school closed in 1972, prompting much public debate about plans for its use and maintenance, one involving its reuse as a community arts center. It was in the same year - and likely in response to this rumor - that Lake County resident Betty Lou Shotliff painted this watercolor.Acquisition
Accession
2022.33Source or Donor
Fabian, PatrickAcquisition Method
DonationMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Shotliff, Betty LouRole
PainterDate made
Jul 1972Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
SignatureLocation
Lower left cornerTranscription
Betty Lou Shotliff
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