Needlepoint

c. 1937

J. Howard Iams

Associated Names
J. Howard Iams

Artist, American, 1897 - 1964

The image shows two figures, a man and a woman. The man is slightly crouched, stepping forward with his head turned sharply to the left. He has dark hair and a dark beard, and he appears to be wearing a wide-brimmed hat, a blue outfit with intricate patterns, laced stockings, and boots. He holds a long firearm. The woman stands behind him, leaning slightly forward with one arm extended towards the man. She has dark hair styled upwards, mostly covered by a bright red headscarf, a dark green top, a white apron, and a patterned red skirt. She wears an earring, and her hand is raised as if making a gesture. The background shows a rocky terrain with patches of greenery and a smooth, light gray background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    acrylic on canvas

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 49.8 x 60.7 cm (19 5/8 x 23 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 24" long; 19 3/4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3060


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64579143

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