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Toy Bank: Mule

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features a seated human figure and a four-legged animal resembling a donkey. The human figure appears to be engaging with the animal, holding an object in one hand. The sculpture displays a variety of colors, predominantly earthy tones such as browns. The human is positioned to the left of the frame, seated on what could be a small bed or platform, with the donkey standing to their right. The donkey is adorned with a decorative pattern on its body, colored in red and blue. The sculpture is placed on an oblong-shaped base, which supports both figures. The sculpture looks to be a small or miniature piece.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1941
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper
Dimensions
4814 × 3488 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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