Baby Coat

c. 1937

Edith Towner

Associated Names
Edith Towner

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a red plaid baby garment and an illustration of a baby. The image features a red and white plaid cape with a decorative edge, centrally displayed against a plain backdrop. Below the garment is a small depiction of an infant, wearing a matching red plaid top and lying in a playful position. The painting has a delicate and almost illustration-like quality to it. The overall composition is minimalistic and focuses on the pattern and texture of the fabric.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.8 x 27 cm (14 1/8 x 10 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1761

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Edith Towner

Wikidata ID

Q64556639

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