Pa. German Cap Box

c. 1937

Frances Lichten

Associated Names
Frances Lichten

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a decorative wooden box with a floral pattern. The painting shows two views of the wooden box: a top view with an oval shape and a side view with a rectangular form. Both sections are intricately painted with vivid orange and green motifs, possibly depicting stylized flowers or fruits with surrounding leaves. The design on the box exudes a rustic and quaint charm, reflecting traditional folk art with bold and simple forms. The overall composition of the painting offers insight into the craftsmanship and decorative styles of a particular era or culture.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 51 x 34.8 cm (20 1/16 x 13 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3394


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: FRANCES LICHTEN

Wikidata ID

Q64562220

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