The image shows a park-like setting in front of a building labeled "Castle Garden." The view is slightly elevated, with the horizon in the upper third of the image. The scene features stylized trees, a flat roof building, and figures walking on paths. The style is decorative with bold brushstrokes and simplified shapes. The color palette includes blue, green, muted pink, and cream. The figures' attire contrasts the greenery and building. In the distance, an architectural structure with arches and a tiered roofline is seen, with an American flag waving from a pole.
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The image shows a park-like setting in front of a building labeled "Castle Garden." The view is slightly elevated, with the horizon in the upper third of the image. The scene features stylized trees, a flat roof building, and figures walking on paths. The style is decorative with bold brushstrokes and simplified shapes. The color palette includes blue, green, muted pink, and cream. The figures' attire contrasts the greenery and building. In the distance, an architectural structure with arches and a tiered roofline is seen, with an American flag waving from a pole.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Bandbox Design

American 20th Century

Date
1935/1942
Medium
block print
Dimensions
overall: 35.6 x 27.6 cm (14 x 10 7/8 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.17300
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W

Subjects and terms

  • American

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