illus. for Hitty, Her First Hundred Years by Rachel Field 1929

This illustration by Dorothy Lathrop for Rachel Field's book "Hitty, Her First Hundred Years", depicts the story's protagonist, a doll, floating in the ocean. Created in 1929, this black and white illustration uses detailed linework and shading to create a sense of depth and realism, contrasting the dark underwater background with the bright white of Hitty's dress. The artist's signature, "D.P. Lathrop", is placed at the bottom of the image, adding a personal touch to the artwork.