Bandbox

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
The image shows a painting of an ornately decorated box. The artwork depicts a box with pastoral scenes featuring classical figures and intricate landscapes. The box is open, with the lid raised above the base. The scenes on both sections show groups of individuals in a natural setting surrounded by trees and foliage. The lid and base are painted in earthy tones of browns and greens, with a blue decorative band along the top edge of the base. The painting suggests a historical or mythological narrative with detailed figures engaged in various activities. It is in the style of Neoclassical decorative art.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 22.9 cm (11 x 9 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 19 3/4" deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17355


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Sander

Wikidata ID

Q64535297

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