Doll c. 1936

"Doll" is a c. 1936 watercolor and pencil drawing by Mary E. Humes, a prominent American artist known for her meticulous and detailed depictions of everyday life. The artwork portrays a life-size doll, crafted with a realistic, almost melancholic, quality. The doll's intricate attire, a white dress with red embroidery, and delicate features are captured with exceptional precision, hinting at the artist's fascination with both childhood nostalgia and the art of dollmaking. Humes' signature, visible in the bottom right corner, adds a personal touch to this captivating piece, showcasing her talent for rendering intricate details and imbuing ordinary subjects with a unique and evocative charm.