HITTY by Rachel Field 11 1929

This black and white illustration by Dorothy Lathrop, created in 1929 for the book "Hitty" by Rachel Field, depicts a doll named Hitty, lying in a cradle. The detailed linework of the wood grain of the cradle and the patterned quilt provide a sense of comfort and nostalgia. The prominent cricket in the foreground adds a whimsical touch to the scene. Lathrop's illustrations for "Hitty" are a celebrated example of the golden age of American children's book illustration.