Bandbox

c. 1937

Alfonso Umana

Associated Names
Alfonso Umana

Artist, American, born Colombia, 1908 - 1994

The image shows a park-like setting near a waterfront with people in period clothing scattered across grassy areas with distinct paths. Tall trees with wide leaves border the scene, leading to a body of water in the distance with a building labeled "CASTLE GARDEN" and an American flag on top. Bold, deliberate brushstrokes create flat shapes defining figures and foliage, with a muted color palette of blues, greens, and warm neutral tones.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gouache and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.5 x 22.9 cm (12 x 9 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 13" high; 58" in circumfrence; 18" long; 16" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8802

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64534248

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