Painted Chest

1935/1942

D.P. Jones

Associated Names
D.P. Jones

Artist, American, 1889 - 1967

This is a painting of a stylized, decorative scene featuring a boat rowed by figures and surrounded by floral motifs. The painting depicts a central vessel carrying figures engaged in rowing atop waves. On either side of the boat, figures are on horseback. The upper central portion of the image contains a celestial symbol within a circular design. The borders are adorned with floral patterns in red, green, and gold hues. The style is reminiscent of folk or decorative art traditions, with emphasis on pattern symmetry and rhythmic repetition.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gouache and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 44.5 x 76 cm (17 1/2 x 29 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7688


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64534981

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