Sp. Col. Chest
c. 1936
Step into the world of 1930s New Mexico, where artists were busy documenting and reviving the rich traditions of the Spanish Colonial era. This design by E. Boyd sketches out the front panel of a chest, featuring two alert white dogs flanking a central urn amidst a riot of pink blooms and green foliage. The bold black background makes the colors pop, a hallmark of the region's distinctive folk art furniture. Notice the keyhole at the top? It’s a charming reminder that this wasn't just a pretty picture, but a functional plan for a chest meant to secure a family's treasures.
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