Crewel Embroidery

1935/1942

Helen E. Gilman

Associated Names
Helen E. Gilman

Artist, American, 1913 - 1983

This is a drawing of a colorful bird perched on a branch with floral embroidery. The image shows a detailed depiction of a vibrant bird with yellow, pink, and green hues on a branch amidst sparse foliage within a rectangular area at the center. Below this, there is an ornate border featuring an embroidered pattern of intertwining vines, leaves, and pink flowers. The soft pastels and intricate detailing highlight the artist's attention to detail and appreciation of natural beauty. The surrounding canvas remains mostly blank.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.1 x 40.8 cm (11 1/16 x 16 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.117


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573455

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