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Embroidered Purse

Isabella Ruth Doerfler

National Gallery of Art

A pair of ornate fabric pockets are displayed against a plain background. Each showcases intricate embroidery with floral motifs. The color palette consists of earthy tones such as browns, tans, and muted greens, with pops of red and blue for the flowers. The pockets are positioned side by side in the center of the image, with one on the left featuring a larger basket design and one on the right depicting a detailed urn. Each pocket has tasseled edges. The name "ISABELLA RUTH DOERNTE" is inscribed below the right pocket.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1941
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4479 × 3510 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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