Shawl Strap

c. 1938

Grace Halpin

Associated Names
Grace Halpin

Artist, American, 1909 - 1978

The image shows a large woven horse collar or padded harness with a red textile adorned with patterns, beige leather straps, and a handle. The color palette includes red, beige, and hints of gold within the pattern. The harness is positioned in the center, with the red textile framing the top and sides, and the leather handle arching across the top edge, balanced by the straps and loops hanging down.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.5 x 29.3 cm (14 x 11 9/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 18" long; 2" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.143

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: G. Halpin.

Wikidata ID

Q64572691

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