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Lady's Cap

c. 1937

Edna C. Rex

Associated Names

Edna Crenshaw Rex

Artist, American, 1893 - 1972

The image shows a light-colored bonnet with lace and embroidered detailing. The color palette includes soft creams and whites with subtle shading. The bonnet is positioned in the center, facing to the left. The ribbons of the bonnet hang downwards, overlapping towards the bottom of the image.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 28 x 22 cm (11 x 8 11/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1175

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64556807

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