Guilford Painted Chest c. 1936

"Guilford Painted Chest" is a drawing by Martin Partyka, created in 1936, that depicts a five-drawer chest. The design features a dark background with a detailed decorative pattern in bright, vibrant colors consisting of floral, vegetal and avian elements. The drawing is a classic example of the Art Deco style, a design movement that celebrated geometric shapes and stylized natural motifs.