Pincushion

c. 1936

Vera Van Voris

Associated Names
Vera Van Voris

Artist, American, 1913 - 2002

This is a heart-shaped decorative object. It has intricate beadwork on a fabric surface, featuring a central floral motif in blue and white beads. Surrounding the central flower are additional motifs, including leaf-like patterns in various colors such as green, brown, and red. The edges of the heart-shaped piece are bordered with small white beads. It appears to be meticulously hand-made with a symmetrical and balanced design. The object is against a plain, soft background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 24.9 x 34.7 cm (9 13/16 x 13 11/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 1/2" high; 7" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.13235

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64633519

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