Ronde hoedendoos van karton, beplakt met papier waarop pompoen-vormige rozen
c. 1919
Medium
cardboard
Dimensions
48; 20
About this artwork
Ronde hoedendoos van karton, beplakt met papier waarop pompoen-vormige rozen. De doos kan worden gesloten met twee smalle linten.
Art Historical Context
This charming round hatbox, crafted around 1919 by Gabrielle Stas, transforms an everyday storage item into a delightful decorative object. Measuring approximately 20 cm in height and 48 cm in diameter, the piece is made of sturdy cardboard covered with patterned paper featuring stylized, pumpkin-shaped roses. Two narrow ribbons allow the lid to be securely fastened, preserving the delicate contents inside. Created in the years following World War I, the hatbox reflects a period when artists and craftspeople often turned to accessible materials like cardboard to produce both functional and ae...