Toy Bank

c. 1938

Bertha Semple

Associated Names
Bertha Semple

Artist, American, 1903 - 1965

The sculpture features two main figures: a person and a donkey. The person is seated on a saddle-like seat, wearing a blue turban and a long garment in yellow and orange hues. The donkey stands at the other end, facing the person with its head slightly lowered. The donkey is adorned with a detailed harness painted with red and yellow patterns. The sculpture's base is painted mainly in tones of orange and green with a textured design. The material appears to be metal, likely cast iron, judging by the smooth surface and painted details. The figures are to scale and intricately detailed.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.2 x 29.5 cm (8 3/4 x 11 5/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 1/2" high; 10" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8473


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in colored pencil: Bertha Semple

Wikidata ID

Q64537395

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