Pa. German Hat Box

c. 1938

Eugene C. Miller

Associated Names
Eugene C. Miller

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an oval shape with intricate lines and designs within it. It depicts two elongated human figures in elaborate clothing standing parallel in the center. Surrounding them are various ovals and circular forms resembling oversized flowers or decorative motifs. The top half of the oval contains swirling patterns resembling floral or foliage designs. The bottom section features organic patterns flowing into a landscape-like pattern.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40.8 x 35.8 cm (16 1/16 x 14 1/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 19" long; 11 3/4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3398

More About this Artwork

This painting depicts an angel in flight, facing the left and playing a trumpet. The angel's wings are spread out behind them, and their feet are extended out horizontally to the right. A small rod or post extends downward from the torso of the angel. The angel is entirely painted in shades of yellow, reddish-brown, and gray, reminiscent of weathered metal with patches of rust. Small rivets are visible at joints and edges of the angel, which appears to be comprised of small panels. The background of the painting is plain beige paper.

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Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Eugene.C.Miller

Wikidata ID

Q64560297

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