Desk Box

c. 1940

Leo Drozdoff

Associated Names
Leo Drozdoff

Artist, American, 1913 - 1964

The sculpture is a rectangular wooden chest with intricate carvings on its surface. The chest is a rich brown color. The front panel of the chest is adorned with two large, arching floral motifs that are mirrored on either side, with a smaller floral design in between. A small metal lock is centrally placed on the front. The sides of the chest also feature similar carved floral patterns. The chest appears slightly elevated, allowing the viewer to see its detailed carvings and finished wood.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 38.4 x 45.7 cm (15 1/8 x 18 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 7" high; 23" long; 16 1/4" wide; lid: 25 1/4" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8869

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: L. Drozodoff

Wikidata ID

Q64592909

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