Description
1986 National Museum of Women in the Arts Opening Poster– after Lilla Cabot Perry – Lady with a Bowl of Violets
A large museum poster issued in 1986 in advance of theopening of the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, D.C. Theposter features Lady with a Bowl of Violets, a painting by Lilla Cabot Perry(1848-1933). The museum later opened to the public in April 1987, making thisposter an early piece of museum ephemera tied to the institution’s foundingperiod.
Lilla Cabot Perry was an American Impressionist painter.The museum identifies Lady with a Bowl of Violets as ca. 1910 andhighlights it as one of the best-known works in its collection.
The poster is in good vintage condition. The image areais intact, and the colors remain bright. The edges show light handling marks.Please refer to the pictures for condition.
Details • Medium: Offset lithograph / museum poster • Artist: Lilla Cabot Perry • Artwork Featured: Lady with a Bowl of Violets • Museum: National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington, D.C. • Date: 1986 • Dimensions: 34 × 22 in. • Condition Report: Good vintage condition; light handling marks; unframed
Disclaimer I have conducted thorough research to ensure the accuracy and authenticity ofthis work to the best of my ability. However, it is sold as is, with noguarantees or warranties regarding its provenance or historical attribution.
