Tapestry

c. 1938

Pearl Gibbo

Associated Names
Pearl Gibbo

Artist, American, 1900 - 1949

This is a painting featuring large, colorful leaves and a central image. The image displays a stylized arrangement of large, vibrant leaves in shades of red, orange, and green set against a dark background. At the center, there is a small vignette-like scene showing a figure-like form in light neutral tones seemingly engaged in an activity with a sickle amidst stylized foliage. The richly detailed leaves surrounding the central vignette create a sense of abundance and nature-inspired artistry. This painting is in the style of William Morris, featuring nature-inspired motifs and intricate patterns commonly seen in the Arts and Crafts movement.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.9 x 29.3 cm (9 x 11 9/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 3/8" wide; 9 3/8" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.859


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in black ink: Pearl Gibbo

Wikidata ID

Q64619258

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