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Chest

c. 1936

Leon Witt

Associated Names

Leon Witt

Artist, American, 1892 - 1979

The image shows a wooden chest with intricate designs and the initials "MS" on the front. The color palette consists of browns and earth tones, highlighting the natural wood grain and carving shadows. The chest is centered in the image, facing the viewer. The sides of the chest are also visible, presenting a three-dimensional view.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, colored pencil, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 22.8 x 30.3 cm (9 x 11 15/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: Top 46" x 19". 34"high
Accession Number

1943.8.4617

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Leon Witt

Wikidata ID

Q64592949

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