Adam & Eve Embroidered Picture

c. 1941

Frank Gray and Chris Makrenos

Associated Names
Frank Gray

Artist, American, 1889 - 1962

Chris Makrenos

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of two abstract figures in a forested setting. The figures are rendered in a stylized, pixelated manner, reminiscent of tapestry or digital mosaic art. They are positioned under a canopy of trees, with foliage creating a dense, textured background. The foreground displays earth-toned colors, suggesting grass or soil. Visible alongside the figures is a wide tree trunk, characterized by its brown hues, and other foliage elements in a variety of greens. The image overall employs a muted color palette, with subtle hints of orange, brown, and green shades depicting the natural setting. The figures appear to be engaging with each other with gestures, adding a narrative quality to the composition.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 50.3 x 38.3 cm (19 13/16 x 15 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 11 3/4" wide; 15" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.49


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in black ink: STARTED BY FRANK GRAY; lower right in black ink: FINISHED BY CHRIS MAKRENOS

Wikidata ID

Q64569987

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