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Crewel Embroidery Chair Seat

Eleanor Cunningham

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an intricately embroidered piece with various stylized animals and nature elements. There is no distinct horizon line. A brightly colored bird is on a brown branch, a tree with red and green accents is on the right, while a deer is on the left. A smaller creature, possibly a rabbit, is among green, yellow, and brown waves. The stitching technique ranges from dense, layered threads to fine outlines in pastel shades of blue, yellow, and red. Brightly colored insects are scattered throughout the piece. The embroidery is set against a neutral background to highlight the colors and textures.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4635 × 3476 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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