Marian Curtis Foster

Curtis, Marian
Curtiss, Marion
Mariana

American, 1909 - 1978

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A wooden chair with a high back and an upholstered seat is centrally positioned in the image. The chair features a dark wood finish with a lighter colored seat cushion. The image has a neutral palette, with variations of brown and beige. The chair is shown facing slightly to the left, against a plain, light-colored background.
Marian Curtis Foster, Side Chair, c. 1940, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.17423

Side Chair

Marian Curtis Foster · c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.17423

The painting depicts a floral pattern with a symmetrical design. It features a square layout with alternating red flowers and green leaves forming a repetitive pattern. The outer border has a continuous green vine with red flowers, enclosing the inner area. The center is organized into a grid of smaller squares, each containing stylized flowers and leaves. The color scheme includes reds and greens on a neutral background, creating an elegant and traditional style. This is reminiscent of the style of William Morris.
Marian Curtis Foster, Applique Quilt, c. 1938, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.441

Applique Quilt

Marian Curtis Foster · c. 1938 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.441

The image displays a rectangular textile with floral embroidery. The central design consists of an oval-shaped arrangement of flowers surrounded by a border of smaller floral patterns. The color palette is composed of soft pastels like pink, blue, and green against a dark background.
Marian Curtis Foster, Sewed "Caterpillar" Rug, c. 1937, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.3299

Sewed "Caterpillar" Rug

Marian Curtis Foster · c. 1937 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.3299

This is a painting of a textile swatch. The image shows a square piece of fabric with intricate patterns displayed against a plain, neutral background. The fabric swatch has a woven design featuring floral and leaf motifs, with a rich color palette consisting of warm earth tones like browns, golds, and reds, interspersed with cooler shades of blue and green. The edges of the fabric appear frayed. The detailed rendering and intricate patterns highlight the craftsmanship involved in the textile's creation.
Marian Curtis Foster, Ingrain Carpet, c. 1937, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.772

Ingrain Carpet

Marian Curtis Foster · c. 1937 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.772

The image shows a rectangular rug with an oval floral pattern at its center. The central motif features large flowers in colors like purple, red, and beige with green leaves and stems. The surrounding area has additional floral and leaf designs in colors such as light brown, green, and hints of pink on a light gray background. Darker brown leafy decorations fill the corners of the composition, contrasting with teal leaves at each corner. The rug is placed centrally and oriented horizontally on what appears to be a parchment or aged background, framed by a simple border.
Marian Curtis Foster, Hooked Rug, c. 1936, watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.3140

Hooked Rug

Marian Curtis Foster · c. 1936 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.3140

The image features a repeating pattern of square units arranged in a grid. Each unit contains intricate abstract designs involving shapes resembling a combination of baskets and medallions. The central squares display abstract shapes resembling ornate snowflakes or crosses, while the surrounding patterns resemble red baskets with green foliage. The composition balances symmetry and complexity, creating a tapestry-like abstract design.
Marian Curtis Foster, Applique Crib Coverlet, c. 1936, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.892

Applique Crib Coverlet

Marian Curtis Foster · c. 1936 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.892

The image shows a woman in a full-body illustration. She is standing upright facing the viewer, with her arms by her sides. She has a round face with rosy cheeks, small eyes, and soft pink lips. Her brown hair is parted in the center and styled in loose waves falling over her shoulders. She wears a long, flowing dress with a high waistline, puffy sleeves, and a light grey color with a floral pattern in red and blue. A wide, pinkish bow is around her neck. She also wears pink heeled shoes. The background is plain and neutral.
Marian Curtis Foster, Doll, c. 1936, watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.15472

Doll

Marian Curtis Foster · c. 1936 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.15472

The sculpture depicts a small, curly-haired dog holding a basket in its mouth. The dog's body is split into a dark brown, textured material on the front half resembling fur, and a smooth, speckled surface in tans and browns on the rear half. The tail is curly and uplifted, and the legs are stout. The basket contains small fruits and is embellished with blue and white accents. The sculpture has a lifelike appearance and may serve as a functional or decorative item, reminiscent of old-fashioned ceramic or porcelain works.
Marian Curtis Foster, Ceramic Dog, c. 1936, watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8289

Ceramic Dog

Marian Curtis Foster · c. 1936 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8289

This is a painting of an embroidered square textile featuring an eagle motif. The artwork showcases a central red eagle with outstretched wings, surrounded by a pattern of small blue stars and floral designs in pink and blue. The outer edges of the textile are adorned with symmetrical blue vine-like patterns.
Marian Curtis Foster, Eagle and Stars Bedspread, 1935/1942, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2904

Eagle and Stars Bedspread

Marian Curtis Foster · 1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2904

This is a painting of a decorative quilt with floral and nature motifs. The image shows a neatly arranged quilt composed of 25 square patches, each featuring intricate patterns that include flowers, foliage, birds, and other elements inspired by nature. The colors are vivid, with predominant tones of red, green, and blue, each individual square enclosed by a red border. The outer border of the quilt has a wavy green edge that encases the composition. Each section contains unique designs yet maintains a visual harmony across the whole ensemble.
Marian Curtis Foster, Applique Quilt, 1935/1942, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2915

Applique Quilt

Marian Curtis Foster · 1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2915