Penny Bank

c. 1939

Grace Halpin

Associated Names
Grace Halpin

Artist, American, 1909 - 1978

The image shows a sculpture of an elephant standing on its hind legs, detailed with patterns on its body and tusk area. The sculpture is displayed on a small pedestal base. The color palette consists of earthy tones of brown and gray, with hints of bronze or metallic shades accentuating the elephant's contours and details. The sculpture is centered in the frame, facing slightly to the right, and the artist's signature "Grace Hazipis" is located towards the lower right corner.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.2 x 21.8 cm (10 11/16 x 8 9/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 3 1/2" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8462

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: GRACE HALPIN.

Wikidata ID

Q64572718

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