Dorothea Mierisch

American, 1895 - 1977

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The image shows a set of children's clothing - a red, short-sleeved top with button detailing and frilled edges paired with cream-colored, high-waisted pants. The color palette is red and white. The clothing is positioned centrally within the image, with the top on the upper half and the pants below, both displayed straight and facing forward.
Dorothea Mierisch, Boy's Suit, c. 1940, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.1679

Boy's Suit

Dorothea Mierisch · c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.1679
The image shows a garment with intricate patterns and a fringed hem, primarily in deep blue with darker accents. It is displayed centrally against a light background, showing the details clearly. The robe is positioned with the body facing slightly to the right, with sleeves extending outwards.
Dorothea Mierisch, Woman's Coat, c. 1939, watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.1487

Woman's Coat

Dorothea Mierisch · c. 1939 · watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.1487
This is a drawing of a coat design showing two different angles - side view on the left and back view on the right. The side view displays the length of the coat extending below the waist with a curved tail at the back and buttons along the side. The back view shows the structure of the coat with visible seams, a tailored fit, two pockets near the waistline, and buttons along the bottom seam. The illustration is done in a simple, linear style emphasizing the design of the coat.
Dorothea Mierisch, Boy's Cutaway Jacket, c. 1938, pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.1609

Boy's Cutaway Jacket

Dorothea Mierisch · c. 1938 · pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.1609
The image shows a large bonnet with brown and blue coloring. It is positioned centrally in the frame, with the brim slightly angled to the left, allowing a view of the top and side of the bonnet.
Dorothea Mierisch, Child's Bonnet, c. 1938, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.1831

Child's Bonnet

Dorothea Mierisch · c. 1938 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.1831
The image shows a beige long-sleeved coat with a high collar and buttons running down the front. The color palette consists mainly of shades of beige and light brown. The coat is centrally positioned, with its sleeves extended slightly outward, set against a plain, light background.
Dorothea Mierisch, Boy's Cutaway Jacket, c. 1938, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.1608

Boy's Cutaway Jacket

Dorothea Mierisch · c. 1938 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.1608
The image depicts an industrial cityscape from a high viewpoint. The scene includes a large bridge, tall cranes, and industrial structures. The buildings show rectangular and angular forms with windows and architectural details. The style features precise lines and uniform pencil strokes for texture. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of black, white, and gray.
Dorothea Mierisch, Untitled (View of East River, NY), 1935, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3518

Untitled (View of East River, NY)

Dorothea Mierisch · 1935 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3518