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Bandbox

1935/1942

Martin Partyka

Associated Names

Martin Partyka

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a series of interlocking circular and oval shapes with contrasting colors, creating an intricate pattern. The abstract design features concentric circles with leaf and flower motifs in white, red, yellow, and green against colored backgrounds.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 55.3 x 36.2 cm (21 3/4 x 14 1/4 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.8265

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York, 1970: 526-527, pl. 1976

Wikidata ID

Q64607345

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