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The 20th century

Works made in the 20th century, anywhere in the world.

189 works · hang 1280 ·

The rooms are imagined; every work on their walls is real.

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Section 1, north wall

  1. This is a drawing of an abstract shape or artifact. The image features a central black object positioned against a plain, light-colored background. The object has a slightly irregular, elongated triangular form with rounded edges and contours. It includes a series of geometric holes and protrusions. The subtle shadowing suggests a three-dimensional form, yet the drawing maintains a simplicity that emphasizes the object's unique contours and cutouts.
    BootjackClaude Marshall, c. 1940Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  2. The sculpture depicts a young boy dressed in a bright red coat, blue shirt, and blue pants, with black shoes. He is wearing a black hat with a red rim and has curly hair. The boy is balanced on one foot atop a red ball, with one leg lifted behind him and one hand held high above his head. The sculpture is made of painted, cast metal with intricate designs and textures. The boy stands on an ornately decorated dark pedestal.
    Toy BankPearl Torell, c. 1939Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  3. Watercolor no. 31, Landscape with Clouds, by Allen Tucker, ca. 1930
    Watercolor no. 31, Landscape with CloudsAllen Tucker, ca. 1930Courtesy of the Smithsonian American Art Museum
  4. Cornwall, by Kerr Eby, 1927
    CornwallKerr Eby, 1927Courtesy of the Smithsonian American Art Museum

Section 1, south wall

  1. The image displays a single ornate vase with a bulbous base and a ruffled top, taking up most of the frame. The vase is predominantly pink with red accents, the ruffled top is highlighted with white on the inner edges, and there's a crisscross pattern visible on the body. Against a plain beige background, the vase is centrally positioned.
    Ornamental Ruby VaseRobert Stewart, c. 1936Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  2. Church Bells Ringing, Rainy Winter Night, by Charles Burchfield, December 1917
    Church Bells Ringing, Rainy Winter NightCharles Burchfield, December 1917Courtesy of the Cleveland Museum of Art
  3. The image shows a large rectangular wooden box with decorative panels, a metal handle on the side, and a keyhole on the front panel.
    "Chest"Edith Towner, 1940Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  4. Calligraphic Interior, by H. Lyman Saÿen, ca. 1915
    Calligraphic InteriorH. Lyman Saÿen, ca. 1915Courtesy of the Smithsonian American Art Museum

Section 2, south wall

  1. The image is a painting of a woman's nude upper body extending from her head down to her hips, depicted in a standing position with her head slightly tilted to one side. Her facial features are distinct with a strong brow, prominent nose, and full lips, and her long dark hair cascades down to her shoulders. The background features abstract brushstrokes in dark blues and browns, blending into the lighter brown tone of the canvas, enhancing the figure's prominence in the composition. The woman appears naturalistic, with no jewelry or other objects visible in the painting.
    NudeRoger de La Fresnaye, 1910Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  2. Eddyville, by Samuel Halpert, 1917
    EddyvilleSamuel Halpert, 1917Courtesy of the Cleveland Museum of Art
  3. This is a painting of a colorful floral design with text. The artwork features stylized flowers in shades of red, green, and yellow scattered across the page. In the center, there is calligraphic text in varying boldness and fonts, likely in German. Two symmetrical bird-like figures with human faces and crowns are above the text. The piece combines imagery with artistic lettering in a style reminiscent of traditional Pennsylvania German fraktur. The artwork is bordered by a thin line, suggesting it's part of a larger artifact or document.
    Pa. German Birth CertificateAlbert Levone, c. 1940Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  4. The image shows a wooden duck decoy against a plain, light-colored background. The duck is crafted in various shades of brown, black, and green with subtle highlights in lighter tones. The duck is facing to the right side of the frame, with its head slightly tilted upward.
    DecoyMina Lowry, c. 1940Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington

Section 2, north wall

  1. The image depicts a person standing upright. The person has a round face with a small mouth and rosy cheeks, and their hair is styled smoothly with a middle part. They are wearing a long-sleeved dress with a checkered pattern in subdued colors, highlighted with blue bands around the sleeves and hem. The dress has a fitted bodice and a full skirt. Bare feet are visible under the dress. The background is plain and neutral, and there is a signature in the lower right corner.
    Doll - "Emily"Rex F. Bush, c. 1938Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  2. This painting is a birth record for Sarah Campion, daughter of Joseph and Mary Campion, born on November 16th, 1777. It features elaborate calligraphy and ornamental designs. The borders contain floral patterns with red and orange-colored flowers and green leaves. The central text is decorative, and at the bottom are human-like figures in colonial attire standing beside a flower vase. The artwork reflects a style reminiscent of early American folk art, created by an anonymous folk artist capturing the essence of 18th-century American artistry.
    Pa. German Birth CertificateGlenn Pearce, c. 1936Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
  3. Three Girls and River, by Louis M. Eilshemius, 1907
    Three Girls and RiverLouis M. Eilshemius, 1907Courtesy of the Smithsonian American Art Museum
  4. The image shows a wooden side table with a smooth surface and four tapered legs, as well as a decorative drawer front. The table has a rich brown color with gold accents and black inlay details. It is positioned towards the center of the image. On the left, there are design patterns in an oval shape and a thin line drawing. The background is off-white. There are handwritten numbers and letters at the bottom right corner of the image.
    Card TableFlorence Choate, c. 1953Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington