Rag Doll

c. 1936

Verna Tallman

Associated Names
Verna Tallman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a fragmented statue or doll. The image depicts a figure dressed in a flowing, deep magenta robe with detailed embroidery and a high ruffled collar. The figure appears to be kneeled, with its hands outstretched as if gesturing. Additionally, the image shows a separated head and a pair of disjointed hands. The background is plain. The work seems to be meticulously detailed in its representation of textures and fabric.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.7 x 28 cm (14 1/16 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 8" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15563

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64633574

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