Flying Squirrel

in or before 1938

Dorothy Pulis Lathrop

Associated Names
Dorothy Pulis Lathrop

Artist, American, born 1891

This is a drawing of a squirrel hanging from a branch among leaves. The drawing showcases a detailed rendering of a squirrel that is depicted in a playful, acrobatic position as it clings to a slender branch. The fine lines and detailed shading bring out the textures of the squirrel's fur and the serrated edges of the leaves. The delicate stippling technique gives depth and volume to the image, capturing the charm of the small creature and its natural environment. The monochromatic nature of the drawing emphasizes the intricate details.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black crayon

  • Credit Line

    John Davis Hatch Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 31.3 x 27.2 cm (12 5/16 x 10 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.7.77


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in crayon: D.P. Lathrop-; in later hand, lower right in graphite: Hide and go Seek / Dorothy P. Lathrop / p.33 / Flying Squirrel

Wikidata ID

Q64556002

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