Decorated Box

c. 1938

Austin L. Davison

Associated Names
Austin L. Davison

Artist, American, 1909 - 1992

The image depicts a wooden chest with a flat lid, adorned with various geometric and abstract patterns. The largest motifs are located at the center and feature a blue trident-like symbol surrounded by circular designs. The color scheme includes warm browns with hints of blue, black, and white. Positioned at the center of the image, the chest is seen from the front, showcasing its ornamental details and the keyhole.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 35.2 × 42.8 cm (13 7/8 × 16 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 18 1/4" high; 9 5/8" wide; 10 5/8" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3610

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center right in graphite: A.L. Davison II 1938

Wikidata ID

Q64537016

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