Bag

Harriette Gale

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting depicting a small decorative pouch. The artwork showcases a detailed fabric bag with a vibrant red hue, adorned with colorful floral and pastoral patterns. The lower portion of the bag features an embroidered countryside scene with small houses and trees in shades of blue, green, and yellow. The top of the pouch is decorated with a flower and foliage motif in various colors, including pink, blue, green, and yellow. A red drawstring winds along the bag's edge, adding a tactile element. The painting is centered on a neutral background to emphasize the pouch's intricate design.