Beadwork Coat
1935/1942
Medium
colored pencil and graphite on paper
Dimensions
overall: 20.3 x 28.4 cm (8 x 11 3/16 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Index of American Design
Accession Number
1943.8.11612
Art Historical Context
**Beadwork Coat** *Melita Hofmann, 1935/1942* Colored pencil and graphite on paper, 20.3 × 28.4 cm Index of American Design, National Gallery of Art Step into the vibrant world of American folk art with Melita Hofmann's *Beadwork Coat*, a meticulous drawing that captures the intricate beauty of a traditional garment adorned with colorful beads. Created between 1935 and 1942 using colored pencil and graphite on paper, this small-scale work (just 8 by 11 inches) showcases Hofmann's precise technique, blending fine lines for texture with vivid hues to evoke the coat's shimmering patterns...
About the Artist
Melita Hofmann
Melita C. Hofmann (1907–1976) was a prolific American artist, illustrator, and author whose multifaceted career bridged fine art, historical documentation, and natural history. Born on October 13, 1907, in Toledo, Ohio, her early education reflected a strong foundation in art and design. She graduated from Toledo University and the Parsons School of Design, earning a B.A. in art education from New...