Doll - "Minerva Pratt"
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
overall: 36.2 x 26.8 cm (14 1/4 x 10 9/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 18 1/2" high
Classification
Index of American Design
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Index of American Design
Accession Number
1943.8.15397
Art Historical Context
Behold the captivating watercolor rendering *Doll - "Minerva Pratt"* by Josephine C. Romano, created 1937. This delicate work on paper, measuring 36.2 x 26.8 cm, masterfully combines watercolor for luminous color, graphite for subtle shading, and pen and for precise outlines. It documents an original 18 1/2-inch-high doll, capturing its whimsical form with meticulous detail that invites viewers to appreciate the artistry in everyday objects. As part of the Index of American Design—a Federal Art Project under the Works Progress Administration (WPA) from 1935 to 1942—this piece played a vital r...