Hazel Sheckler

American, active c. 1935

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The image displays two elongated shapes with looped ends that pivot towards each other, creating a mirrored pairing along a central vertical axis. One shape features lace-like patterns separated from the smoother area of the other shape. The composition evokes the appearance of antique shears or ornamental handles set against a plain backdrop.
Hazel Sheckler, A. Regli, Bit, c. 1940, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.14608

Bit

Hazel Sheckler, A. Regli · c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.14608
The image shows two large ornate knife handles. One handle has a blue and white pattern, while the other is solid brown with subtle curvatures and contours. The color palette includes blue, white, various shades of brown, and an off-white background. The handles are angled toward each other, with the top parts slightly closer than the lower sections and connected at a point or hinge in design. In the bottom right corner, there is a small cursive inscription in dark ink.
A. Regli, Hazel Sheckler, Bit, c. 1940, watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.14619

Bit

A. Regli, Hazel Sheckler · c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.14619
The image shows a textile artwork with a blue background. It has red and white floral elements, green leaves, and brown stems. The color palette includes deep blue, bright red, earthy brown, and various shades of green. The blue background is bordered with brown edges. The floral pattern is positioned slightly off-center. There are two large white spherical flowers on the left and a red feathery bloom on the right, surrounded by green leaves and brown stems. The artist's signature, "Hazel M. Sheadler," is in the lower right corner outside the textile piece.
Hazel Sheckler, Fireplace Screen, c. 1939, watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.81

Fireplace Screen

Hazel Sheckler · c. 1939 · watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.81
The image displays an array of intricate shapes and lines forming a complex pattern. The abstract composition is divided into segments with symmetrical designs resembling traditional textile motifs. The central segment features a large, ornate shape, while smaller segments display linear floral patterns. The interplay of deep navy blue and vibrant red creates a rich contrast.
Hazel Sheckler, Coverlet, 1937, watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.679

Coverlet

Hazel Sheckler · 1937 · watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.679
The image shows a pouch with floral and foliage patterns. The floral designs are in red, brown, and green on a cream background. The pouch is positioned centrally with leafy drawstrings extending towards the upper edge, one to the left and one curling to the right corner.
Hazel Sheckler, Cotton Bag, c. 1937, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2132

Cotton Bag

Hazel Sheckler · c. 1937 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2132
This is a drawing of an ornately patterned textile with a smaller section overlaid at the top. The artwork showcases an intricate design composed of repeated motifs centered around a large floral emblem. The main pattern is bounded by geometric borders, featuring stylized urns and floral elements. The dominant colors are blue and white. A fringe detail is visible at the bottom. The smaller, inset pattern in the upper right corner appears to reflect a segment of the larger design.
Hazel Sheckler, Handwoven Coverlet, 1936, watercolor and gouache on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.670

Handwoven Coverlet

Hazel Sheckler · 1936 · watercolor and gouache on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.670
The image depicts a metallic spur with intricate detailing on the arm and a spiked wheel at the end. A dangling chain is also visible. The color palette includes brown, silver, and black tones against a neutral background. The spur is positioned centrally, oriented horizontally with the wheel on the left side and the chain hanging downward.
Hazel Sheckler, Spur, 1935/1942, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.18229

Spur

Hazel Sheckler · 1935/1942 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.18229
The image shows a detailed illustration of a spur, with a large star-shaped wheel extending to the left and a strap buckle on the right. The color palette consists of earthy brown tones with metallic gray accents on the spur, contrasting with the plain off-white background. The spur is positioned horizontally in the center, with the rowel pointing left and the buckle and fastening details on the right. The artist's signature "Hazel M. Stechler" is visible in the lower right corner.
Hazel Sheckler, Spur, 1935/1942, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.17326

Spur

Hazel Sheckler · 1935/1942 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.17326