Purse

c. 1936

Phyllis Dorr

Associated Names
Phyllis Dorr

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of two intricately embroidered textile pieces. The top piece is decorated with colorful floral embroidery against a warm red and brown background. A central yellow flower with black center stands out among other smaller flowers in blue and red hues, surrounded by green leaves. Below is a similar textile piece with its top flap open, revealing a lighter pinkish-red interior. The lower embroidered area also contains a floral pattern, featuring a central yellow flower among smaller red and blue flowers, with green leaves.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 53.3 x 31.3 cm (21 x 12 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.115


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64619539

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