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The image depicts a large cylindrical tin with a removable lid that is slightly ajar, revealing the inner part of the lid. The tin is primarily blue and adorned with landscape illustrations, including trees, buildings, and a hot air balloon at the center. The color scheme includes blue, brown, and white. The lid is shown at an angle on top of the cylindrical base, showcasing detailed illustrations that appear continuous from the exterior.

Index of American Design1943.8.8389

Bandbox Design

Alfred Koehn

1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paper

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The image features a tin canister adorned with a scene of two men shaking hands in front of a wooden cabin, with a dog and various elements of nature nearby. The color palette includes blue, green, brown, orange, and pink. The cabin is positioned to the left in the foreground, while the men and the dog stand centrally. The background shows a landscape with water and foliage, possibly depicting a sunset or sunrise. At the top of the canister, there are more landscape scenes continuing from the body.

Index of American Design1943.8.8429

Bandbox Design

Walter Doran

c. 1939 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

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The image shows a nautical scene with ships sailing on choppy waters. A larger ship, closer to the viewer, appears to be in motion with billowing sails. Another smaller vessel sails in the distance. The scene features intricate brushstrokes highlighting the ships and waves against a blue sea. Earthy tones are present in the rocks and lighthouse on the left. A decorative border with floral and geometric patterns in warm hues runs across the top, adding an ornamental element. The text "SANDY HOOK" is written next to the ships.

Index of American Design1943.8.8430

Bandbox Design

Isabella Ruth Doerfler

c. 1937 · watercolor, gouache, pen and ink

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The image shows a pastoral scene with a slightly elevated perspective. There are hills, trees, an old building with archways and a spire, and animals, likely goats. The style is reminiscent of a block print with bold shapes and smooth brushstrokes. The main colors are deep blues, earthy reds, dark green, and white.

Index of American Design1943.8.8793

Bandbox Design

American 20th Century

c. 1939 · watercolor, gouache, graphite on paper

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The image is an artwork viewed from a side perspective, arranged horizontally. The sky occupies most of the space above the low horizon. On the horizon, there are slender trees with leafy tops against a pale blue sky. The brushstroke technique is stylized, depicting foliage through clusters of dabs and dots in green and muted red hues. In the foreground, there are two dogs and a deer outlined with red linework, contrasting with the earthy background. The color palette includes earthy brown tones and vibrant greens, creating a rich contrast with the lighter deer and dogs, which have subtle tints of red. The scene portrays a vivid, yet serene, natural setting stylized in a somewhat naive art manner.

Index of American Design1943.8.9205

Bandbox Design

American 20th Century

1935/1942 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

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The image depicts a scene viewed from an elevated perspective, showing a group of people and a carriage in front of two buildings. The left building has arches, and both structures are depicted in a simplistic style using swirling lines. The people are dressed in colonial-era attire and are holding musical instruments or banners. A tree with large leaves is on the right. The color palette is bold, with blues, purples, and pinks dominating. The brushstrokes are flat, giving the piece a naive, hand-painted quality.

Index of American Design1943.8.16472

Bandbox Design

Martin Partyka

c. 1937 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

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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.

Index of American Design1943.8.17300

Bandbox Design

American 20th Century

1935/1942 · block print

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The image shows a front-facing view of a large building labeled "LUNATIC ASYLUM" at the top. The building has a stylized, block-like design with pink and white colors. The horizon line is high, just above the roof. The composition features pathways, steps, and figures in the foreground, while smaller structures and rows of trees are visible in the distance. The color palette includes mainly blues and pinks, creating a vibrant contrast.

Index of American Design1943.8.8372

Bandbox Design (Deaf and Dumb Asylum)

Martin Partyka

c. 1939 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

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The image displays a scene featuring a large pink bird with wide wings perched on a smaller pink creature. Stylized vegetation forms a backdrop, with a colorful sky transitioning from intense blue to a lighter shade at the horizon. Bold paint strokes add texture to the scene, which includes a ground mix of yellows and browns. The overall color palette is vibrant and harmonious, with a naive painting style.

Index of American Design1943.8.8385

Bandbox Design (Eagle and Rabbit)

Martin Partyka

c. 1936 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

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There are two large pink birds with intricate patterns in the center of the image. The color palette includes shades of blue, pink, green, cream, and red. The birds are surrounded by stylized trees with pink trunks and green foliage on a deep blue background. There is a decorative border at the top, and the lower half shows greenery, rolling hills, and more trees.

Index of American Design1943.8.8270

Bandbox Design (Grouse)

Harold Merriam

1937 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

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The image depicts a hunting scene with a side view perspective. The horizon is near the upper third, with stylized trees against a flat, yellow background. The brushstrokes are precise and detailed, resembling traditional illustrative styles. The color palette consists mainly of brown and green, with a bright yellow background. Hunters, dogs, and a leaping deer are arranged in a horizontal band, each element outlined and filled with consistent coloration.

Index of American Design1943.8.8269

Bandbox Design (Rabbit Hunt)

American 20th Century

1935/1942 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

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This is a painting of a hunting scene with stylized animals and a rider on horseback. It features a bright yellow background with stylized representations of a wild boar and a rider on horseback. The wild boar, depicted in pink, runs across the scene with a sense of urgency, followed by the rider on a horse. In the background, a small animal leaps through the air. The imagery is presented in a highly stylized manner with bold color contrasts, using shades of pinks and purples against the vibrant yellow. Floral motifs and decorative elements are scattered throughout the scene. This is in the style of Andy Warhol, emphasizing flat colors and bold outlines.

Index of American Design1943.8.8329

Bandbox Design - Hunting Scene

Harold Merriam

c. 1936 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

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The image shows a stylized landscape with whimsical elements and a variety of colors. The scene includes a decorative border in pink and red, and a frieze with swirling motifs in blue and pink. In the foreground, there is a detailed pig surrounded by vegetation depicted with brushstrokes. Trees with green and brown tones are seen nearby. Mountains in dark charcoal and soft pink are visible in the background against a soft green sky. The color palette includes muted greens, warm oranges, deep browns, and vibrant accents.

Index of American Design1943.8.8262

Bandbox Design - Rhino

Isabella Ruth Doerfler

1935/1942 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

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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.

Index of American Design1943.8.8327

Bandbox Design - Squirrels

Isabella Ruth Doerfler

c. 1938 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

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The image shows an oval-shaped decorative box with painted illustrations of a horse-drawn carriage and buildings. The color palette includes earthy tones such as yellow, green, and reddish-brown. The carriage and horses are featured on the front side of the box, surrounded by buildings and trees.

Index of American Design1943.8.8390

Bandbox Design - Stagecoach

Eleanor Ruelos

c. 1941 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

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This is a painting of a decorative box adorned with pastoral scenes. The box is decorated with rural scenes that feature a settlement with a cabin, trees, and a windmill against a blue background. The sides of the box depict a procession of horse-drawn wagons, laden with goods and followed by nature depictions such as trees and possibly a stream. The top of the box features landscape illustrations which provide a connection to the scenes on the sides. This is in the style of American Folk Art, characterized by its naive perspective and representations of rural life, rendered in simple shapes and colors.

Index of American Design1943.8.8414

Bandbox or Hat Box

Jessie M. Youngs

c. 1940 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

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The image contains swirling lines and curved shapes intersecting to create a complex composition. The prominent colors are pink and blue. The shapes hint at figures in a scene resembling warriors in a tropical landscape. Some forms suggest a battle with a large snake. The background includes palm-like shapes, oval clusters resembling foliage or fruit, and mountainous, wave-like forms. A decorative border at the top features repeating circular patterns.

Index of American Design1943.8.8263

Bandbox Paper

Martin Partyka

c. 1937 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

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This is a painting of a classical chariot scene. The image depicts an ornate chariot pulled by two spirited horses, set against a backdrop of stylized trees with a yellow background. The chariot is detailed with elaborate designs, and the harness of the horses is intricately patterned. The image has a two-dimensional flat aesthetic. There is a sense of motion conveyed through the dynamic posture of the horses and the flowing attire in the scene. The scene is rendered in earthy hues, predominately browns and yellows. The style is reminiscent of work from the neoclassical period.

Index of American Design1943.8.8268

Bandbox Paper

Robert Galvin

1935/1942 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

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The image shows two illustrations side by side. Each illustration features a large bowl with a decorative eagle on top. The left illustration has a brown and muted color palette, while the right illustration has a brighter color scheme. The eagles have spread their wings upward while perched on the bowls.

Index of American Design1943.8.18007

Bandbox Paper

Michael Lauretano

c. 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

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This is a painting of a pastoral scene featuring figures, a horse, and dogs under a blue sky. The image shows four figures dressed in 18th-century attire, amidst tall trees with detailed foliage. A white horse is on the left, accompanied by several dogs around the figures. The trees have rich, multi-colored leaves contrasting with the deep blue sky. The figures and animals are stylized in a charming, naive style, reminiscent of Jean-Baptiste Pillement's work.

Index of American Design1943.8.8366

Bandbox Sections

Lazar Rubinstein

c. 1940 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

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The image depicts a large oval-shaped container with a lid. The container has a blue exterior decorated with illustrations of palm and deciduous trees, flags, and architectural elements labeled "CASTLE GARDEN." The color palette includes shades of blue, white, green, brown, and touches of red. The container is centered in the image, slightly tilted to the right, showcasing the detailed patterns and illustrations. The background of the image is cream-colored.

Index of American Design1943.8.8557

Bandbox with Cover

Gilbert Sackerman

c. 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

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This is a drawing of a bull in a bullfighting arena. The scene captures several figures engaging with a bull within a confined space, reminiscent of an arena. The drawing shows meticulous detailing, with an emphasis on texture and line work. The figures are holding various props that could be interpreted as tools or weapons related to the act of bullfighting. The background reveals a defined wall separating the arena from the viewing stands, emphasizing the venue's layout and adding depth to the overall composition. The drawing uses a monochrome palette, which enhances the dramatic intensity of the scene through the careful play of light and shadow.

Print1943.3.1650

Banderillas de fuego (Banderillas with Firecrackers)

Francisco Goya

in or before 1816 · etching, burnished aquatint, lavis, drypoint and burin [first edition impression]

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The image shows a side view of an armored figure, possibly a knight, standing close to us, holding a long staff with an ornate tip. The figure is next to a large tree rendered with ink wash techniques, emphasizing textures in sepia tones. The horizon line is in the middle, with distant hills, a mountain, and a vast sky. The landscape behind the knight fades into indistinct forms, creating a sense of depth. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of brown and tan, enhancing the medieval atmosphere.

Drawing1995.52.73

Bandits on the Lookout

Sir George Hayter

1839 · pen and brown ink with brown wash, heightened with white, on brown wove paper

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Two men are depicted standing closely together in a rocky and natural setting. The man on the left leans against a stone structure, one arm resting on it, while his other hand reaches across his body to grasp the hilt of a sheathed sword. He has thick, curly hair, a beard, a prominent nose, and an intense expression. He wears a loose garment. The man on the right leans on the left man's shoulder. He wears a large hat with a feather, a ruffled shirt, and fitted breeches. One of his hands holds a sword vertically. The background shows hills beneath a cloudy sky, with leafy vegetation surrounding the pair.

Print1978.51.14

Banditti on the Look Out

John Hamilton Mortimer

1778 · etching

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