Spice Box

c. 1938

John Bodine

Associated Names
John Bodine

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a large round wooden spice container labeled "SPICES" holding multiple smaller circular metal containers with labeled tops including "GINGER" and "MACE". The color palette includes warm brown tones for the wood, muted silver for the metal rims, and hints of red and orange on the labeled tops. The main wooden container is slightly to the right with its lid leaning against it to the right. The perspective is slightly angled, showcasing both the interior and exterior of the containers.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34.2 x 53.7 cm (13 7/16 x 21 1/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: large container: 9 3/8" in diameter; 3 1/4" high; small containers: 2 11/16" in diameter; 2 11/16" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8905

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: JOHN BODINE

Wikidata ID

Q64582123

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