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Buckskin Purse

Benjamin Bryant

National Gallery of Art

Two intricate objects resembling pouches or containers are displayed side by side against a plain background. The largest object on the left has a rounded base with fringed edges and elongated loops extending upwards, adorned with smaller tassels. To the right, a narrower object is shown in profile with similar design elements of loops and tassels. The color palette consists of muted tones of brown and beige, with subtle variations in texture. The objects are centered within the frame, with the left one slightly larger and both positioned vertically for a clear view of their patterns and structures.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and heightening on paper
Dimensions
2909 × 3863 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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