Child's Coat

c. 1937

Dorothy Gernon

Associated Names
Dorothy Gernon

Artist, American, c. 1908 - 1987

This is a painting of a blue cape with a pink lining. The image displays a detailed illustration of a blue garment, presumably a cape or coat, with elaborate dark trim and a pink lining visible inside. The garment has rounded shoulders and flared sleeves, and is depicted in a realistic style. In addition to the main illustration, there is an outline drawing of the same garment in the top right corner. The background is a plain, muted beige color.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29 x 22.7 cm (11 7/16 x 8 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 31" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1833

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64541459

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