Black Painted Settee c. 1936

Ella Josephine Sterling's "Black Painted Settee" is a delicate watercolor and pencil drawing of a settee designed with ornate floral details. The piece, created around 1936, showcases the artist's talent for capturing the elegance and detail of furniture design. The intricate floral motifs painted on the black surface of the settee suggest a sense of refinement and timeless beauty. Sterling's drawing provides a glimpse into the world of design and decorative arts in the early 20th century.