Painted Chest
c. 1936
This vibrant design by E. Boyd captures the lively spirit of traditional Spanish Colonial folk art from New Mexico. It features a dashing rider on a black horse alongside two women in voluminous, ruffled skirts, all set against a warm terracotta background bursting with stylized blue flowers. Created around 1936, this piece isn't just a flat illustration—it's a study for a 'painted chest' or trastero, a beloved household staple used to store family treasures. Boyd, a pioneering curator, worked tirelessly to preserve these colorful regional designs, ensuring that the bold, floral patterns of the Southwest wouldn't fade into history.
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