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Purse

Melita Hofmann

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a decorative embroidered pouch with sketches. The image showcases a richly textured pouch with intricate floral embroidery. The pouch has a semi-circular flap outlined with detailed stitching. The embroidery features an intricate pattern of leaves and flowers in shades of red, blue, and yellow on a red-brown background. Above the pouch is a sketch of a semi-circular design featuring floral and circular motifs. Below the pouch, there is another sketch depicting the outline of a three-dimensional object. The use of both drawing and embroidery presents a study in both artistic design and craftsmanship.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3434 × 4411 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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