Woman's Beaded Skirt
Melita Hofmann
1935/1942
Medium
colored pencil and graphite on paper
Dimensions
overall: 19.5 x 13.2 cm (7 11/16 x 5 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
1943.8.11602
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...