Ceremonial Apron

1935/1942

Mary Berner

Associated Names
Mary Berner

Artist, American, born Germany, 1901 - 2003

This is a drawing of a coastline with sea creatures. The artwork depicts a stylized coastal landscape with an undulating snake-like figure traversing across the midsection, accompanied by three starfish distributed along the top area. The coastline itself is suggested by a jagged line interspersed with small, plant-like forms resembling vegetation. The drawing's appearance resembles an illustrative map with simple yet detailed hand-drawn imagery. The color palette is muted, with earthy tones dominating the composition.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and colored pencil on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 10.4 x 15.8 cm (4 1/8 x 6 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12066


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

upper center in graphite: Rio Grande Pueblos / Ceremonial Apron of Buffalo Hide / with representation of stars and the horned serpent. 2 1/2 feet by 15" / by Mary Berner / Case 3s South West California Hall

Wikidata ID

Q64607533

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