Pa. German Box

c. 1937

Joseph Rothenberg

Associated Names
Joseph Rothenberg

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a decorated box. The image presents two views of the same box: a top view and a perspective view, showcasing the ornate designs on its surface. The box is adorned with intricate patterns, featuring circular and geometric shapes, as well as swirls and flourishes, all rendered in a combination of earthy colors. The top view focuses on the elliptical shape with a central hexagonal motif, while the perspective view highlights the richness of the side designs. The use of shading and line work gives depth and texture to the illustration.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29 x 22.5 cm (11 7/16 x 8 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 5 1/4" high; 13" long; 7 3/8" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3403

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 522, no. 1941.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: J. Rothenberg

Wikidata ID

Q64591331

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