Doll - "Mary"
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
overall: 35.4 x 26.7 cm (13 15/16 x 10 1/2 in.) Original IAD Object: 8" high
Classification
Index of American Design
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Index of American Design
Accession Number
1943.8.15402
Art Historical Context
Discover the charming *Doll - "Mary"*, a meticulous watercolor and graphite rendering on paper by Josephine C Romano, created around 1939. Measuring 35.4 x 26.7 cm (13 /16 x 10 1/2 in.), this artwork the delicate details of an 8-inch-high folk doll, showcasing its form, fabrics, and features with precision and artistry. The combination of watercolor's soft hues and graphite's fine lines allows for a lifelike yet stylized portrayal, highlighting the doll's quaint, handmade charm. This piece is part of the *Index of American Design*, a landmark project of the Works Progress Administration (WPA)...