Bonnet

c. 1936

Jessie M. Benge

Associated Names
Jessie M. Benge

Artist, American, born England, 1881 - 1971

This is a drawing of a bonnet and its design details. The image showcases a bonnet with a pale green hue, featuring a pleated texture. The bonnet is tied with a decorative bow composed of ribbons in complementary pastel shades. To the right of the bonnet are two detailed sketches displaying the structural design from different perspectives, highlighting the rounded, layered formation of the bonnet's back. The artwork presents an illustration with an emphasis on the craftsmanship and design of the headpiece.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.3 x 23.1 cm (11 9/16 x 9 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1141


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64581712

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