1985.126 Otis Dozier, Cotton Boll
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Otis Dozier represents the cotton plant in all its stages of growth, from planting to maturity to harvest, investing the plant with the symbolism of th
1932.2 Otis Dozier, On the Lot
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Otis Dozier attended the first art school in Dallas during the 1920s. On the Lot brought Dozier to the attention of the energetic and progressive artists of Dallas, winning him the first of many awards during the 1930s.
Everett Franklin Spruce (1908-2002)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Born in 1908 near Conway, Arkansas, Everett Franklin Spruce was raised on an apple and peach farm in the Ozark Mountains. He graduated from high school in Mulberry, Arkansas, and around that time met Olin and Kathryn Travis, whose summer art camp was nearby.
1945.1 Thomas Hart Benton, Prodigal Son
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The New Testament parable of the Prodigal Son receives an updated retelling in this Depression-era painting by Thomas Hart Benton. In the biblical story, a headstrong young man goes out into the world to seek his fortune and falls into vice.
Regionalism (style or movement)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Painting in the United States blossomed in the opening decades of the 20th century, reflecting the developing regional character of the various parts of this immense country.
1991.101.21.1, William C. Codman, Grape salt cellar
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This salt cellar and its accompanying pepper shaker (1991.101.21.2.A-B) set features Grape, a pattern introduced by Gorham Ma
1991.101.21.2.A-B, William C. Codman, Grape pepper shaker
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This pepper shaker and its accompanying salt cellar (1991.101.21.1) features Grape, a pattern introduced by Gorham Manufacturing Company in 1905.
1992.7.11.2, John R. Wendt, Salad fork
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
While other sets in this shape are known, the decoration on the handles of this set's salad fork, seen here, and its accompanying salad spoon (1992.7.11.1) is unique.
1992.7.11.1, John R. Wendt, Salad spoon
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
While other sets in this shape are known, the decoration on the handles of this set's salad spoon, seen here, and its accompanying salad fork (1992.7.11.2) is unique.