Jane Iverson

Hemenway, Mary Jane

American, 1910 - 1997

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The sculpture depicts the bust of a man with stylized features. The man is wearing a red coat with yellow detailing along the edges and a blue scarf around his neck. His hands are not visible under the scarf. A white shirt or garment is visible under the scarf at the collar. The sculpture has a rough, textured look, resembling painted wood. The man's face is painted with warm tones, and his hair is styled to one side with a reddish-brown hue. The sculpture is against a plain background.
Jane Iverson, Figurehead, c. 1939, watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.9917

Figurehead

Jane Iverson · c. 1939 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.9917

This is a painting of an ornamental architectural fragment. The painting depicts a highly detailed and ornate wooden carving with intricate scrollwork and leaf-like designs. The colors used are warm tones of red and brown with hints of gray-blue tones. The fragment appears to belong to the capital or decorative ending of a column. The style is reminiscent of Albrecht Dürer, known for detailed depictions of natural and man-made objects. The background is simple to emphasize the elegance and craftsmanship of the carving.
Jane Iverson, Billethead from "Myrtie B. Crowley", c. 1939, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8704

Billethead from "Myrtie B. Crowley"

Jane Iverson · c. 1939 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8704

The image shows a decorative black and gold ornamental element with intricate swirling patterns and floral motifs. The background is deep black with golden highlights on the ornamentation that appear metallic and glossy. The ornament is centrally positioned, angled slightly to the right, and occupies the middle of the otherwise plain off-white background.
Jane Iverson, Ship's Billethead, c. 1938, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8694

Ship's Billethead

Jane Iverson · c. 1938 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8694

The sculpture features an eagle with outstretched wings perched on a sphere. The eagle is golden in color and has intricate feathers. It is mounted on a rectangular base, giving it an elevated position. The eagle is gazing forward with its beak slightly open, in a poised stance. The sculpture combines realism with a stylized representation, conveying a sense of readiness or alertness.
Jane Iverson, Eagle, c. 1938, watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.17178

Eagle

Jane Iverson · c. 1938 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.17178

This is a painting of an emblem. The emblem features an eagle and shield. The eagle is depicted with its wings spread wide, holding a shield bearing the American flag's stars and stripes. The eagle is positioned atop a banner that reads "U.S. Custom House. 1805." The design is symmetrical, with ornate scroll patterns and floral elements on each side of the eagle. The artwork is done in the style of American folk art, incorporating patriotic themes. The colors are muted, conveying a sense of historical significance and authority. The overall appearance suggests an official emblem or insignia, likely associated with the customs authority or government in the early 19th century.
Jane Iverson, Eagle, c. 1938, watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8049

Eagle

Jane Iverson · c. 1938 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8049

The sculpture depicts a man standing upright. He is dressed in attire resembling a one-shoulder toga or dress with leaf-like patterns. The sculpture has hints of color, including red-brown skin, gray-white clothing, and red shoes. The man holds a small, circular object resembling a pineapple. He wears a headwear piece with a unique design. The material appears to be painted wood or a composite. The pose is upright, with one arm bent across the body and the other extended outward. The subject appears life-sized or slightly smaller.
Jane Iverson, Cigar Store Indian, c. 1938, watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.10102

Cigar Store Indian

Jane Iverson · c. 1938 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.10102

The sculpture depicts a humanoid figure with its arms extended to the sides. It is crafted from wood, showcasing a natural brown hue with visible grain. The figure's arms are inclined downward at its sides, with the hands holding red sticks or paddles. It wears a helmet-like headpiece and is adorned with a tunic-like top and shorts, both in a similar brown tone as the rest of the sculpture. Its legs are positioned close together. The simplicity of the form, with minimal detailing, provides a straightforward human representation that relies on the rustic, natural appearance of the wood.
Jane Iverson, Sailor Jack Whirligig, c. 1938, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.16308

Sailor Jack Whirligig

Jane Iverson · c. 1938 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.16308

The sculpture presents a standing female figure dressed in flowing garments, crafted from a light-colored stone or marble against a blue background. The figure holds a scythe in her right hand and a piece of cloth in her left hand. She has hair styled back and a calm expression on her face. The sculpture is viewed from the front, depicting a balanced stance with intricate carvings of fabric folds and facial features.
Jane Iverson, Statuette "Hope", c. 1937, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.10169

Statuette "Hope"

Jane Iverson · c. 1937 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.10169

This is a painting of a decorative shield surrounded by symbolic objects. The central focus is an ornate shield bearing the figure of a person dressed in a tunic holding a serpent and an arrow. Behind the shield is an array of military objects including a sword, flags, trumpets, an axe, and a drum, artistically arranged in a symmetrical manner. The background features a black semicircular space bordered in gold, with golden stars evenly spaced. This is in the style of Neoclassical art, characterized by its symmetry, use of classical motifs, and focus on symbolic imagery.
Jane Iverson, Lunette - Massachusetts State Seal, c. 1937, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.9163

Lunette - Massachusetts State Seal

Jane Iverson · c. 1937 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.9163

The image displays a handmade doll in a pink floral dress with a voluminous skirt. A smaller doll with a plaid pattern is also featured. The color palette includes soft pinks and orange floral patterns on the dress, contrasting with darker plaid colors of red, green, and blue. The doll is centrally placed in the composition with the left side facing the viewer, showcasing its colorful attire and a small, white polka-dotted accessory hanging from the skirt.
Jane Iverson, Clay Pipe Doll, c. 1936, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.15616

Clay Pipe Doll

Jane Iverson · c. 1936 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.15616