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An American woman taking a walk in America in 1942-1945
An American woman taking a walk in America in 1942-1945
An American woman taking a walk in America in 1942-1945

An American woman taking a walk in America in 1942-1945

Maker (1899 - 1990)
Date1942-1945
Mediumpencil, paper
DimensionsH: 8 in, W: 5 in
ClassificationsFine Arts
Credit LineJapanese American National Museum
Object number94.195.10G
Description1 drawing on paper ; 8 x 5 in.;Pencil drawing of a woman carrying an umbrella as she walks through a United States concentration camp during World War II. The woman walks towards the viewer over two planks carrying a bag and a package under one arm and an umbrella open over her other shoulder. She wears a jacket over a dress and sunglasses ; her hair is covered with a scarf. Barracks and mountains in background. Line border around woman.

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