Ethel Dougan

American, 1898 - 1976

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A wooden wall shelf with multiple compartments and an ornate carved top featuring a heart and floral design is in the center of the image. The shelf is predominantly brown, with shades ranging from light to dark, reflecting a natural wood grain. The shelf is directly facing the viewer, with six rectangular compartments of varying sizes arranged symmetrically across the lower portion, and the intricate decorative top crowning its structure.
Ethel Dougan, Hand Carved Cabinet, c. 1953, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.7898

Hand Carved Cabinet

Ethel Dougan · c. 1953 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.7898

Two blue knitted mittens with a red and white striped band near the cuffs are the largest objects in the image. The color palette includes shades of blue, red, white, and a light background. The mittens are centrally positioned, slightly overlapping, with their thumbs facing each other. The mitten on the left has a pattern of white stars running down its outer edge.
Ethel Dougan, Mittens, c. 1940, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2095

Mittens

Ethel Dougan · c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2095

The image displays a large spur with a broad leather strap and a metallic rowel with a star-shaped pattern. The leather strap is adorned with colorful floral and geometric patterns in shades of brown, red, and green. The spur is positioned diagonally in the center of the image against a plain background.
Ethel Dougan, Woman's Spur, c. 1940, watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.1882

Woman's Spur

Ethel Dougan · c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.1882

The image shows a large wooden mallet on a light background. The mallet has a natural wood color with dark grain patterns. It is positioned horizontally with the handle extending from right to left, and the head of the mallet is slightly tilted and resting on the surface.
Ethel Dougan, Blacksmith's Hammer, c. 1940, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8727

Blacksmith's Hammer

Ethel Dougan · c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8727

The image shows a folded woven textile with a pattern of alternating horizontal stripes and zigzag motifs. The colors include brown, beige, muted red, green, and pink. The textile is centered, with a slightly curved bottom edge and the left corner tucked in more than the right. The top section is dominated by horizontal stripes, while the lower third features more prominent zigzag patterns.
Ethel Dougan, Saddle Blanket, 1939, watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.14718

Saddle Blanket

Ethel Dougan · 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.14718

The image shows an antique door latch with intricate floral and geometric patterns in muted browns and greens. It is positioned centrally on a light beige background. Inscriptions of "Ethel Dougan" and "1939" are present to the lower right of the latch.
Ethel Dougan, Iron Bit, 1939, watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.14613

Iron Bit

Ethel Dougan · 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.14613

The image shows a spiraling wrought iron design as the main object against a light background. The color palette is shades of gray and hints of rust, indicating the metallic nature of the object. The ironwork is centrally positioned with elegant curls extending towards the upper left and lower right corners.
Ethel Dougan, Andirons, c. 1939, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8211

Andirons

Ethel Dougan · c. 1939 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8211

This is a drawing of a wooden window shutter in a light-colored wall. The detailed study shows the craftsmanship of the shutter, with a focus on texture, form, wood grain, and panels. The aged and weathered texture suggests exposure to the elements. The shutter is secured with a metal latch in the center. The wall is subtly shaded to imply depth and setting, with slight distress marks adding to the aged ambiance of the scene.
Ethel Dougan, Sacristy Door at Mission San Juan Bautista, 1938, watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.6557

Sacristy Door at Mission San Juan Bautista

Ethel Dougan · 1938 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.6557

The image shows a large metal object, likely a caliper or a pair of pliers. It is predominantly brown and appears aged or rusted. The object is against a plain off-white background, with two curved prongs, circular handles at the top, and smaller hooks at the ends. At the bottom right is the text "ETHEL DORSEY 1936."
Ethel Dougan, Iron Bit, 1938, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.14602

Iron Bit

Ethel Dougan · 1938 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.14602

This is a drawing of a decorative architectural facade. The drawing features an ornate structure with multiple large arches and alcoves. The facade is divided into three horizontal sections. The top two thirds consist of a repeating pattern of arches and pilasters. The lower section displays panels of a geometric pattern in shades of green, white, and peach, with a central focus. The overall composition suggests a grand interior space or a stage set, emphasizing symmetry and decorative detail.
Ethel Dougan, Reredos-Mission San Juan Bautista, 1938, watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.6729

Reredos-Mission San Juan Bautista

Ethel Dougan · 1938 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.6729