Lady's Dressing Case

c. 1936

Thomas Holloway

Associated Names
Thomas Holloway

Artist, American, active c. 1935

An open red velvet-lined box contains several ornate objects: a circular box, a rectangular container, and a stack of bound items. The color palette includes rich reds, hints of gold, and darker tones. The largest objects are positioned toward the top left and center of the box, while the stack of bound items lies flatly across the bottom.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.2 x 22.9 cm (11 1/2 x 9 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 1 3/4" high; 6" wide, 7 1/2" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8849

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64633235

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