Painted Chest

1935/1942

D.P. Jones

Associated Names
D.P. Jones

Artist, American, 1889 - 1967

The image shows an abstract artwork with a square composition bordered by simple linear frames and corner details resembling metallic brackets. Against an earthy red background, a central black bird with a long, curved neck and orange beak and legs stands prominently. Surrounding the bird are four floral shapes with curving petals and leaves painted in shades of yellow and green.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 41.7 x 42.8 cm (16 7/16 x 16 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.14223

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64540661

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