O.A. Kirby

Kirby, Oak Abner

American, 1885 - 1953

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The image shows a woven basket filled with various flowers, including white, pink, and yellow blossoms, as well as green leaves. The color palette includes soft pastel tones, with predominance of light blues, greens, and earth tones from the basket. The basket is centered against a gradient blue background, with the floral arrangement extending outwards in a balanced composition.
O.A. Kirby, Chenille Embroidery, c. 1937, watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.96

Chenille Embroidery

O.A. Kirby · c. 1937 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.96

The image shows a series of concentric rectangles on a plain background. There is a larger outer rectangle with a yellow marbled frame, enclosing a smaller grey rectangle with a textured pattern. Below these, there is a smaller grayscale rectangle with detailed linework. The rectangles form an abstract visual hierarchy that directs attention toward the center.
O.A. Kirby, Hair Brooch, c. 1937, watercolor and pen and ink on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2369

Hair Brooch

O.A. Kirby · c. 1937 · watercolor and pen and ink on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2369