Toy Bank: Mule

c. 1941

American 20th Century

Associated Names
The sculpture features a seated human figure and a four-legged animal resembling a donkey. The human figure appears to be engaging with the animal, holding an object in one hand. The sculpture displays a variety of colors, predominantly earthy tones such as browns. The human is positioned to the left of the frame, seated on what could be a small bed or platform, with the donkey standing to their right. The donkey is adorned with a decorative pattern on its body, colored in red and blue. The sculpture is placed on an oblong-shaped base, which supports both figures. The sculpture looks to be a small or miniature piece.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 37.1 x 51.3 cm (14 5/8 x 20 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8556


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535010

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