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The image shows a series of parallel curving lines forming the shape of an elongated oval form. The lines create a pattern resembling a closed pinecone or a tightly wrapped bundle. The drawing evokes familiarity with the spiral of a seashell or the ridges of a pumpkin. The lines are evenly spaced, covering the entire form and emphasizing its three-dimensional quality against a plain background.
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The image shows a series of parallel curving lines forming the shape of an elongated oval form. The lines create a pattern resembling a closed pinecone or a tightly wrapped bundle. The drawing evokes familiarity with the spiral of a seashell or the ridges of a pumpkin. The lines are evenly spaced, covering the entire form and emphasizing its three-dimensional quality against a plain background.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Baby's Bonnet

Richard Whitaker

Date
c. 1939
Medium
graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 37.2 x 30.2 cm (14 5/8 x 11 7/8 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.1103
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • American
  • Sauquoit
Inscription

lower right in graphite: Richard Whitaker

NGA object ID 13312. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.