Cape

1935/1942

Charles Criswell

Associated Names
Charles Criswell

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows two garments. The larger one is positioned on top, while the smaller one is below. Both garments are made of dark purple fabric with floral embroidery in lighter purple tones. The larger garment has long tassels at the front. The color palette consists mainly of purple shades, with lighter shades used for the interior lining and embroidery. The larger garment is in the upper central part of the image, while the smaller one is towards the bottom right.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.2 x 22.8 cm (11 1/2 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2955

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64538372

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