Bandbox Design

1935/1942

Alfred Koehn

Associated Names
Alfred Koehn

Artist, American, 1874 - unknown

The image depicts a large cylindrical tin with a removable lid that is slightly ajar, revealing the inner part of the lid. The tin is primarily blue and adorned with landscape illustrations, including trees, buildings, and a hot air balloon at the center. The color scheme includes blue, brown, and white. The lid is shown at an angle on top of the cylindrical base, showcasing detailed illustrations that appear continuous from the exterior.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 53.1 x 39 cm (20 7/8 x 15 3/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 13 1/4" high; 19 1/2" long; 15 3/4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8389

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: ALFRED C. KOEHN

Wikidata ID

Q64534373

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