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Handwoven Carpet

c. 1936

Jules Lefevere

Associated Names

Jules Lefevere

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays horizontal lines forming stripes in various colors and patterns. The composition consists of orderly bands resembling textile patterns like woven rugs or fabric. The lines vary in color and thickness, creating rhythm and repetition.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 46 x 38.3 cm (18 1/8 x 15 1/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 36" wide
Accession Number

1943.8.770

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: J.Z. LEFEVRE

Wikidata ID

Q64591608

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