Artwork
Untitled

Untitled is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Ada Hunter. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a watercolour by Ada Hunter, reproducing a Guatemalan textile pattern from the Maudsley collection held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts strips of brightly coloured fabric arranged like a sampler, showcasing various weaving styles with bold stripes and geometric patterns.
Technique & Style
Hunter's watercolour features vivid colours and a range of patterns, from simple stripes to diamond shapes, accurately capturing the textures and details of the original textile fragments.
History & Provenance
The work was created for Anne Cary and Alfred Percival Maudsley's 1899 publication A Glimpse of Guatemala and later donated to the Victoria and Albert Museum's Textiles Department in 1931 as part of the Maudsley bequest.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Ada Hunter left just one painting behind, Untitled from 1892, a quiet glimpse into the everyday at the close of the 19th century.











