Bandbox

c. 1937

Martin Partyka

Associated Names
Martin Partyka

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image is viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon line is depicted high in the image with stylized trees and buildings. Small houses are seen along the horizon. The artwork features a flat, graphic style with simplified shapes and defined outlines. The brushstrokes are not visible, suggesting a print or stencil technique. The color palette consists mainly of warm tones: ochre yellow, pink, and brown. A horse-drawn carriage is in motion in the forefront. Stylized trees and simplistic buildings are seen in the distance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 33.7 x 49.8 cm (13 1/4 x 19 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16475


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York, 1970: 527, pl. 1973.

Wikidata ID

Q64607385

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