Straw Bonnet

c. 1938

Frank Nelson

Associated Names
Frank Nelson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a bonnet with deep blue ribbon and intricate lace. The color palette is mainly blue and white, with the blue ribbon contrasting against the white lace. The bonnet is centrally positioned with the ribbons trailing down, creating a visually elongated appearance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 54.2 x 35.2 cm (21 5/16 x 13 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1086

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Frank J. Nelson / S.B.

Wikidata ID

Q64570315

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