Evening Handkerchief

1935/1942

Mary Fitzgerald

Associated Names
Mary Fitzgerald

Artist, American, 1897 - 1962

This is a drawing of a decorative textile design. The drawing features a square piece with a green base color, adorned with a border of intricate floral patterns. The flowers border the square on all sides, with small leaves and clusters of pink and yellow petals intricately detailed. The main body of the piece contains scattered small green motifs that resemble leaves or abstract shapes, adding texture and interest to the solid background. The design reflects a balance between the dense border and the more sparsely detailed center.

Media Options

This object’s media is free and in the public domain. Read our full Open Access policy for images.

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40.3 x 35.3 cm (15 7/8 x 13 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15000


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Mary Fitzgerald

Wikidata ID

Q64607999

You may be interested in

Loading Results