St. Joseph

1936

E. Boyd and Fritz Broeske

Associated Names
E. Boyd

Artist, American, 1903 - 1974

Fritz Broeske

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of stylized figures within an ornate frame. The artwork features two central figures that are reminiscent of a traditional religious iconography but rendered in a simplified and almost cartoonish form. The larger figure is draped in blue with red accents, while a smaller figure is held in one hand, enrobed in red. The background is decorated with a variety of patterns including an arch-like structure with wavy designs and lines, all outlining the central figures. The outer sections feature floral patterns with bold, contrasting colors of red, black, and teal. The use of thick outlines and vivid colors suggests a playful and decorative approach to the portrayal of the figures, drawing inspiration possibly from folk art traditions.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    hand-colored woodcut on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.5 x 27.9 cm (14 x 11 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6849


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64556129

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