The image features two semicircular scenes. The top scene shows a figure in elaborate attire standing near a horse, with buildings in the background. The bottom scene depicts a rural setting with a bridge over a river, a building, and trees. The color palette includes pinks, greens, and a yellow background.
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The image features two semicircular scenes. The top scene shows a figure in elaborate attire standing near a horse, with buildings in the background. The bottom scene depicts a rural setting with a bridge over a river, a building, and trees. The color palette includes pinks, greens, and a yellow background.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Bandbox

Harold Merriam

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 68.6 x 53.4 cm (27 x 21 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.16493
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W

Subjects and terms

  • American

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