Ralph Atkinson

American, 1913 - 1995

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The image displays a textile piece featuring a floral pattern with large red flowers and green leaves. The color palette includes red, green, and white. The main fabric showcases the intricate design, while a smaller inset zooms in on detailed stitching and the text "J. & COVENTRY" in red. The top left corner features large floral elements and swirling vines, with the text located in the bottom right corner.
Ralph Atkinson, Pepperberry Quilt, c. 1939, watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.449

Pepperberry Quilt

Ralph Atkinson · c. 1939 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.449
The image depicts a metal sculpture with a small seated figure at the top. The sculpture features a dark, ornate frame surrounding a round basin or holder at the bottom. The color palette is mostly muted grays and browns against a pale background. The sculpture is intricate and detailed, dominating the center of the image with a focus on craftsmanship.
Ralph Atkinson, Foot Scraper, 1939, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.11854

Foot Scraper

Ralph Atkinson · 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.11854
The image shows a glass goblet placed centrally against a light beige background. The color palette consists mainly of gray and transparent hues. The goblet has subtle shadows at its base, emphasizing its three-dimensional form.
Ralph Atkinson, Goblet, 1939, watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.11282

Goblet

Ralph Atkinson · 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.11282
The image shows a large, clear glass pitcher with a curved handle and a spout, placed in the center. The color scheme includes shades of gray, white, and light beige. The handle extends to the right side of the image and the artist's signature is in the lower left corner.
Ralph Atkinson, Vinegar Cruet, c. 1939, watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.10851

Vinegar Cruet

Ralph Atkinson · c. 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.10851
The image displays a large decorative plate with an intricate floral and leaf design. The color palette is dominated by cool gray tones, highlighting the design's details and contours. The plate is centered in the image against a light background.
Ralph Atkinson, Strawberry Design Plate, c. 1939, watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.11321

Strawberry Design Plate

Ralph Atkinson · c. 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.11321
This is a drawing of a vintage steam locomotive engraved in a decorative tray. The image depicts a detailed sketch of a steam locomotive with a trailing train on a track, framed within a sculptural design that resembles an ornate tray. The tray appears to have intricate leaf patterns engraved around its border. The drawing includes a title "Profile Sketch" indicating a side view presentation, with some shading and texture to give the impression of embossing or engraving on metal. The locomotive is detailed, showcasing wheels, a smokestack, and a chimney, indicative of industrial design from a historical period. The overall composition combines elements of technical drawing with artistic embellishment.
Ralph Atkinson, Railroad Platter, 1939, watercolor, graphite, pen and ink, and gouache on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.11312

Railroad Platter

Ralph Atkinson · 1939 · watercolor, graphite, pen and ink, and gouache on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.11312
The image shows a large, dome-shaped dish with a handle on top, placed on a matching plate. Both the dish and plate are patterned with circular shapes in shades of red, pink, brown, and muted gold. On the right side, there is a smaller, simplified illustration of the dish with the same color scheme. The objects are centered on a cream-colored background.
Ralph Atkinson, Butter Dish (Ameberina), c. 1939, watercolor, graphite, goauche, and pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.11000

Butter Dish (Ameberina)

Ralph Atkinson · c. 1939 · watercolor, graphite, goauche, and pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.11000
The image shows a small, rectangular, multi-colored box with a domed lid and a knob on top. The box displays soft colors, including shades of gray, yellow, orange, and brown, giving it a marbled appearance. The box is set against a plain, light beige background.
Ralph Atkinson, Jewel Casket, 1939, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8847

Jewel Casket

Ralph Atkinson · 1939 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8847
This is a painting of a decorative textile piece featuring a floral motif. The artwork shows a rectangular section of fabric with an intricate design of a large, vibrant red flower at its center, accented with lush green leaves. The fabric is set against a dark background which contrasts with the vivid colors of the floral design. At the edges of this textile swatch, some threads appear to be frayed or loose. This image is placed on a plain neutral background.
Ralph Atkinson, Economy Sample of Silk, 1938, watercolor and gouache on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.9859

Economy Sample of Silk

Ralph Atkinson · 1938 · watercolor and gouache on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.9859
The image shows a brown glass bottle with a rectangular shape and gently curved edges. The bottle has embossed text that reads "ANTI-NERVE" on the front and is capped with a darker brown stopper. The color palette is mainly shades of brown, with highlights and reflections indicating glass texture, set against a pale beige background. The bottle is upright, centered in the image, with its neck extending upwards from the main body.
Ralph Atkinson, McHenry Bottle, c. 1938, watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.11023

McHenry Bottle

Ralph Atkinson · c. 1938 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.11023