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Infant's Dress Yoke and Mull Cup

1936

Ella Josephine Sterling

Associated Names

Ella Josephine Sterling

Artist, American, 1908 - 2006

This is a collection of various embroidery designs and patterns placed on a plain background. The artwork features intricate floral and geometric motifs with stitching patterns. Some designs have measurements, and there are examples of how the patterns can be applied to garments, including a puffed sleeve and plaid fabric sections. The overall presentation indicates a study or guide for textile decoration and garment design.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite and watercolor on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 37 x 26.5 cm (14 9/16 x 10 7/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1047

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Ella Josephine Sterling 1936

Wikidata ID

Q64558888

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