Waistcoat

c. 1937

Catherine Fowler

Associated Names
Catherine Fowler

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a double-breasted waistcoat. The image shows detailed depictions of a dark-colored vest with a wide collar and multiple buttons. The vest has side panels, possibly in a contrasting lighter tone, and pockets on either side. In the upper right corner, there is a minimalist sketch of the back view of the vest, highlighting the waist adjustment strap. The drawing showcases the front and back design details of the waistcoat.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.7 x 22.7 cm (11 5/16 x 8 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.829

More About this Artwork

This painting depicts an angel in flight, facing the left and playing a trumpet. The angel's wings are spread out behind them, and their feet are extended out horizontally to the right. A small rod or post extends downward from the torso of the angel. The angel is entirely painted in shades of yellow, reddish-brown, and gray, reminiscent of weathered metal with patches of rust. Small rivets are visible at joints and edges of the angel, which appears to be comprised of small panels. The background of the painting is plain beige paper.

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Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Catherine Fowler

Wikidata ID

Q64538112

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