The Bookworm's Table

Claude Raguet Hirst

Brooklyn Museum photograph

Caption

Claude Raguet Hirst (American, 1855–1942). The Bookworm's Table, 1890s. Watercolor over graphite on cream, moderately thick, rough-textured wove paper, 12 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (31.8 x 24.1 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Designated Purchase Fund, 80.79. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Gallery

Not on view

Collection

American Art

Title

The Bookworm's Table

Date

1890s

Medium

Watercolor over graphite on cream, moderately thick, rough-textured wove paper

Classification

Watercolor

Dimensions

12 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (31.8 x 24.1 cm)

Signatures

Signed and inscribed lower right: "Claude Raguet Hirst / NY "

Markings

Partial watermark: J WHATMA...

Credit Line

Designated Purchase Fund

Accession Number

80.79

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