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Mitt

c. 1938

Syrena Swanson

Associated Names

Syrena Swanson

Artist, American, 1905 - 1992

This is a painting of an embroidered sleeve with floral designs. The sleeve features pink and blue flowers with intricate detailing of petals and leaves on lightweight fabric. The piece is in the style of a botanical illustration, illustrating careful observation and attention to detail. The composition places the sleeve centrally on a plain background, highlighting the beauty and intricacy of the embroidery work.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.5 x 27.9 cm (14 x 11 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.2096

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Syrena Swanson

Wikidata ID

Q64632985

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