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Boy's Coat

c. 1937

Marie Mitchell

Associated Names

Marie Mitchell

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a decorative coat. The coat is green with blue embroidery along the edges and seams. The embroidery includes floral patterns and vine-like designs. The coat has a high collar and extends to mid-thigh, flaring slightly at the bottom.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 38 x 30.7 cm (14 15/16 x 12 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1837

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64595277

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