Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Mary Petty. It dates from 1959 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1959 drawing on paper is an example of Mary Petty's work, held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection. It is executed in watercolor and ink.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a serene scene: a woman in a pink dress sits on a chair, sipping tea in a garden surrounded by trees, flowers, and a large brick building. The tranquil atmosphere suggests a leisurely afternoon.
Technique & Style
Petty's use of watercolor and ink creates a delicate, dreamy quality. Her style is characterized by light, observational depictions of domestic life, reflecting her experience as an illustrator, notably for The New Yorker.
Artist & collection
Artist
Mary Petty (April 29, 1899 – March 6, 1976) was an illustrator of books and magazines best remembered for a series of covers published by The New Yorker that feature a family she invented and named, "Peabody", along with their household…
