Crewel Embroidery

c. 1936

Fanchon Larzelere

Associated Names
Fanchon Larzelere

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a valance design for curtains featuring floral motifs. The top section of the drawing showcases a decorative valance design, which includes a variety of stylized flowers and leaves in vibrant colors such as red, pink, yellow, and blue. Below the valance, individual floral designs are depicted, each with elongated stems and intricate petal arrangements. The flowers are painted in soft pastel and bold hues, combining shapes and colors to create an imaginative appearance. The design elements suggest inspiration from nature while maintaining an abstract aesthetic that focuses on decorative and ornamental value.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 25.5 x 29.3 cm (10 1/16 x 11 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.197


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64561183

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