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Calico

1939

Marie Lutrell

Associated Names

Marie Lutrell

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a floral pattern. The piece contains an intricate design of flowers and leaves in red, pink, and green hues. The flowers are arranged in a textile-like pattern, with a speckled background. The lines are delicate, contributing to the softness associated with fabric illustrations. The composition suggests precision and attention to detail.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 26.6 x 24.2 cm (10 1/2 x 9 1/2 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.3333

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: MARIE / LUTTRELL . 39

Wikidata ID

Q64595241

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