Silk Scarf

1941

Marie Lutrell

Associated Names
Marie Lutrell

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a decorative rug. The artwork depicts a rectangular rug with an intricate design featuring abstract geometric patterns and a primarily yellowish-gold color with purple and white details. The rug has a distinct border with alternating motifs in purple and yellow, and repeated circular patterns. Within the main body of the rug, there are a series of repetitive design elements that stand out in white and purple, creating an overall harmonious composition. The texture of the painting gives the impression of woven fabric.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.7 x 45.6 cm (14 1/16 x 17 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.553


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: MARIE / LUTTRELL. 41 -

Wikidata ID

Q64595231

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