Purse

1935/1942

Eleanor Alexander

Associated Names
Eleanor Alexander

Artist, American, 1902 - 1983

This is a drawing of an embroidered textile pouch. The handmade pouch features elaborate floral embroidery and a band with text and numbers. The pouch is predominantly pink with a flap exhibiting intricate baroque style needlework against a dark blue background. The embroidery showcases flowers in various shapes and colors, such as pinks, beige, and greens, arranged symmetrically on the flap. The texture contrast between the smooth fabric and the raised embroidery adds depth to the piece. The top edge of the pouch finishes with a decorative trim.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.6 x 36 cm (10 7/8 x 14 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2173


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64558192

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