Bonnet

c. 1939

Ruth Bialostosky

Associated Names
Ruth Bialostosky

Artist, American, 1914 - 1987

This is a drawing of a decorative bonnet. The drawing shows an elaborate bonnet with cross-hatching and shading for texture. The bonnet has a bow on top made of striped fabric, and a ruffled edge. Vertical stripes on the fabric imply soft material, and the drawing captures folds and pleats. The bonnet also features tiny patterns along the edges for added detail.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 14.2 x 12.9 cm (5 9/16 x 5 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1114

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64630040

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