Lily Capson

American, active c. 1935

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The image shows a wooden cabinet with two tall doors. Each door is intricately carved with fruit, foliage, and decorative motifs. The carvings are symmetrical, with various fruits and leaves. The cabinet stands on four rounded feet. The wood has shades of browns and greys, giving it an aged look. The piece emphasizes craftsmanship and attention to detail in woodworking.
Lily Capson, Kas, c. 1937, watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.5852

Kas

Lily Capson · c. 1937 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.5852

This is a photograph of a quilt with a repeating star pattern. The quilt features a cream background with six star motifs arranged symmetrically across its surface. Each star consists of a central yellow diamond surrounded by layers of orange, red, and green points. The edge of the quilt has a pattern of green that frames the entire piece. One corner of the quilt is turned down, revealing a mirrored section of the star pattern underneath, as well as a note in handwriting at the top that says "TOP." The quilt's overall composition emphasizes traditional craftsmanship and design symmetry.
Lily Capson, Quilt - Applique Patterns with Border, c. 1936, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2576

Quilt - Applique Patterns with Border

Lily Capson · c. 1936 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2576