Wax Group (Detail)

c. 1936

Mina Lowry

Associated Names
Mina Lowry

Artist, American, born Canada, 1894 - 1942

The image contains a two-panel sculpture within a cabinet-like structure. The sculpture features miniature figures in an architectural setting, resembling an ancient or medieval scene. The figures include individuals in flowing garments and a large animal that appears to be a cow. The scenes are divided into two sections, each containing archways and a blue sky background with painted celestial figures and clouds. The sculpture is made primarily of painted wood or a similar material, with a color palette of blue for the sky, earth tones for the garments and architecture, and touches of green and gray. It depicts an outdoor scene with human and animal figures in a historical or mythical context. The structure implies depth, enhancing the storytelling aspect of the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 20.5 x 28.3 cm (8 1/16 x 11 1/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 23" high; 32 1/2" wide; 17 1/2" deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15564


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64617853

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