Scarf

John Held Jr. American
1929
Not on view
John Held, Jr. was a renowned illustrator of early 20th century. This design of a bold, graphic, and stylized background superimposed with charming figures is a classic example of his work. At that time in fashion is was popular to depict social life on textiles.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Scarf
  • Artist: John Held Jr. (American, Salt Lake City, Utah 1889–1958 Belmar, New Jersey)
  • Date: 1929
  • Culture: American
  • Medium: silk
  • Credit Line: Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Mrs. Albert Ogden in memory of Sheldon Stewart, 1964
  • Object Number: 2009.300.3841
  • Curatorial Department: The Costume Institute

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