Crystal Bank

c. 1938

Alf Bruseth

Associated Names
Alf Bruseth

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays a small cylindrical container with a domed metal lid that has evenly spaced slits and delicate detailing around the base, resting on short, curved legs. The object has a gold and muted purple color palette, highlighted further by the transparent walls of the container. Positioned centrally in the image, the container sits against a simple, light beige background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.8 x 22.5 cm (11 3/4 x 8 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 4" high; 2 1/2" wide; iron top: 1 3/8" high; glass: 2 1/8" high; base: 1/2" high; metal: 1/8" thick

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8619

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: ALF BRUSETH

Wikidata ID

Q64534200

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