Chest

c. 1937

Paul Farkas

Associated Names
Paul Farkas

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a large wooden chest with intricate carvings on its front panel. The wood is a warm brown color, with the carvings adding texture and depth. The chest is centrally positioned, with its front facing forward and corners extending slightly inward due to perspective. The background is a plain, light beige.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.8 x 29.8 cm (9 x 11 3/4 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 24 1/2" high; 37 1/2" long; 20 1/4" deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7840

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Farkas

Wikidata ID

Q64618937

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