"Dog Toby" Hand Puppet

c. 1936

Dorothy Brennan

Associated Names
Dorothy Brennan

Artist, American, 1890 - 1977

The image depicts a vertical, elongated form with a curved shape at the top, leading to intricate lines and shapes resembling a stylized head. It resembles a puppet or marionette head with exaggerated human-like features, including large eyes and an open mouth revealing teeth. The design includes a draped cloth, resembling a cloak or protective garment. The composition suggests theatrical or puppet-like elements, blending abstract lines with characteristics of a stage puppet or character mask.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 42.5 x 35.5 cm (16 3/4 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 5 1/2" long; 15 1/2" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15681

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: DOROTHY BRENNAN

Wikidata ID

Q64541303

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