Untitled (Seated figure hugging knees in plaid beach ensemble), circa 1950s, 1982, circa 1950s

Item

Identifier: SC.187.1.111

Scope and Contents

Seated figure hugging knees in plaid beach ensemble; Black and white: charcoal, wash and pastel; Signed

Dates

Creation: 1982
Creation: circa 1950s

Creator

Nesbitt, Esta (1918-1975) (Person)

Language of Materials

English Latin

Conditions Governing Access

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Biographical / Historical

Esther "Esta" Nesbitt was an American artist, well known as a fashion illustrator for various leading publications including Harpers Bazaar, Mademoiselle, and the New York Times Magazine.

Additional Description

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Nesbitt, Saul, 1982

Physical Description

27 x 19 1/2 inches. Charcoal, wash and pastel.

General

Esther "Esta" Nesbitt was an American artist, well known as a fashion illustrator for various leading publications including Harpers Bazaar, Mademoiselle, and the New York Times Magazine.