Einar Heiberg

American, 1893 - 1964

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The image shows a vintage mechanical toy with a child and a dog on a decorative base labeled "SPEAKING DOG." The color scheme consists of red, brown, and yellow tones, with a golden text on the base. The child is on the left side in the background, and the dog is on the right side in the foreground.
Einar Heiberg, Speaking Dog Mechanical Bank, c. 1939, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8461

Speaking Dog Mechanical Bank

Einar Heiberg · c. 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8461
This is a painting of a horse-drawn carriage. The carriage has four large wooden spoked wheels, a curved body with rich wood tones, a plush fabric seat, a canopy with a scalloped edge in blue and purple hues with a feathered fringe, and decorative metallic braces supporting the canopy. The painting portrays the elegance and luxury of the carriage. This is in the style of Elmer E. Goldberg.
Einar Heiberg, Baby Buggy, c. 1939, watercolor, graphite, gouache on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.9238

Baby Buggy

Einar Heiberg · c. 1939 · watercolor, graphite, gouache on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.9238
The image shows a wooden rocking chair with ornate carvings on the backrest and scroll work on the arms. The chair is mainly dark and light brown in color, showcasing a rich wood finish. It is positioned centrally, slightly angled to the right, displaying its curved rocking rails and intricate backrest design.
Einar Heiberg, Boston Rocker, c. 1938, watercolor, colored pencil, and some heightening on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.4349

Boston Rocker

Einar Heiberg · c. 1938 · watercolor, colored pencil, and some heightening on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.4349
The sculpture depicts a hunting scene where a person is aiming a rifle at a bear. The bear stands on its hind legs with its mouth open. The hunter is dressed in a red outfit with gold embellishments and a decorative hat, kneeling on one knee as he takes aim. The bear is a dark brown color with intricate detailing to represent its fur and features a lighter patch of color around its belly. The sculpture is made from a material painted to resemble earthy colors, likely wood or a wood-like substance. The base of the sculpture is green, simulating grass or earth. The detailed carving and painting create an interaction between the hunter and the bear, with the scene unfolding at eye level for the viewer.
Einar Heiberg, Toy Bank: Hunter Shooting Bear, c. 1938, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.7827

Toy Bank: Hunter Shooting Bear

Einar Heiberg · c. 1938 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.7827
The image features a wooden cabinet with multiple compartments. The largest section has five drawers on the bottom half and a fold-out desk surface, with smaller drawers and compartments on top. The wood has a warm brown tone with visible grain patterns. The cabinet is centrally positioned, with the fold-out desk extended.
Einar Heiberg, Desk, c. 1938, watercolor, colored pencil, graphite and heightening on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.5333

Desk

Einar Heiberg · c. 1938 · watercolor, colored pencil, graphite and heightening on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.5333
The image depicts a set of curved lines and intricate shapes forming an abstract design resembling the outline of a chair or a stool with ornate detailing. The patterns etched into the surface appear reminiscent of floral or organic motifs, akin to carvings found on traditional furniture. The details suggest a connection to vintage or antique wooden furniture.
Einar Heiberg, Boston Rocker, c. 1938, watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.4357

Boston Rocker

Einar Heiberg · c. 1938 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.4357
The image shows a vintage toy bank in the shape of a small house or hut. It features a figure of a dark-skinned man standing inside. The structure is green with red trim, painted details like stars and a crescent moon are visible on the walls. The toy bank is centrally positioned with a slight angle showing a three-quarters view. The background is plain and light, highlighting the design of the bank.
Einar Heiberg, Mechanical Bank, c. 1938, watercolor and gouache on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8523

Mechanical Bank

Einar Heiberg · c. 1938 · watercolor and gouache on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8523
The image shows a large, rectangular ceramic dish with decorative ridges around its edges and an ornate handle on one end. The color palette consists mainly of warm earth tones, including shades of brown and beige. The dish is positioned centrally in the image, slightly tilted to the left, with its open end facing the viewer.
Einar Heiberg, Earthenware Roasting Pot, c. 1938, watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.7497

Earthenware Roasting Pot

Einar Heiberg · c. 1938 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.7497
The sculpture depicts a human figure dressed in a green attire, which appears to be a short tunic. The figure is standing in an upright position with one hand raised to its forehead, as if shielding its eyes, and the other hand resting by its side. The subject is adorned with a headdress composed of large feathers, also painted in shades of green and brown. The figure wears a sandal on one foot, with the other foot resting on a rectangular base painted green. The sculpture is crafted from a material that resembles wood and is painted in various colors, primarily focusing on green for the clothing and headdress, with natural skin tones for the face, arms, and legs. The subject stands in a manner that gives it a neutral and contemplative appearance when viewed.
Einar Heiberg, Cigar Store Indian, c. 1937, watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.10064

Cigar Store Indian

Einar Heiberg · c. 1937 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.10064
The image shows an ornate cast iron stove as the central object. The stove is intricately decorated with patterns and designs, with a blue-gray color dominating the palette. Gold and rusty brown accents are visible on the stove's surface. It stands on four curved legs, with a cylindrical chimney on top.
Einar Heiberg, Stove, c. 1937, watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.14913

Stove

Einar Heiberg · c. 1937 · watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.14913