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This is a painting of stylized squirrels in a tree. The artwork depicts multiple brightly colored squirrels perched on and around a twisted tree, set against a solid teal background. The squirrels exhibit distinctive patterns in various hues of pink, orange, and yellow. The tree features exaggerated, curving branches and is adorned with dense clusters of stylized, dark green leaves. The composition embodies a playful quality through the vibrant color palette and intricate detailing. Each squirrel is depicted with lively expressions, and their postures and tails add rhythm to the scene. This is in the style of a folk art painting.
National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design
Bandbox Design - Squirrels
Isabella Ruth Doerfler
- Date
- c. 1938
- Medium
- watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
- Dimensions
- overall: 37 x 52 cm (14 9/16 x 20 1/2 in.)
- Classification
- Index of American Design · Drawing
- Accession number
- 1943.8.8327
- Credit line
- Index of American Design
- Time span
- 1926 to 1950
- Department
- CG-W
Subjects and terms
- American
NGA object ID 20525. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.