Petipoint Bag

c. 1937

Herbert Marsh

Associated Names
Herbert Marsh

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a decorative bag. The image features a square-shaped bag with an intricate design of zigzag patterns in shades of blue and brown. It has a braided handle that loops above the bag, ending on either side with ornamental tassels. The bag has a buttoned flap closure at the top. The design suggests a textile pattern, possibly indicating it's a fashionable accessory. The use of color and pattern detailing reveals an artistic focus on texture and aesthetics, giving the drawing a classic and decorative appeal.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.6 x 27.9 cm (14 x 11 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.146


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: H.A. Marsh.

Wikidata ID

Q64574084

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