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Bandbox

c. 1939

Holger Hansen

Associated Names

Holger Hansen

Artist, American, born Denmark, 1883 - unknown

The image shows a large oval hatbox with painted designs. The color scheme includes beige, brown, green, and a hint of purple. The box is in the center of the image, displaying intricate bird and plant motifs on its surface. The lid is slightly open, and there is a gradient effect on the box.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 36.5 x 45.7 cm (14 3/8 x 18 in.)
Original IAD Object: 11" high; 15 1/2" long; 12" wide
Accession Number

1943.8.16477

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: HOLGER HANSEN

Wikidata ID

Q64574380

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