Handwoven Coverlet

1936

Howard H. Sherman

Associated Names
Howard H. Sherman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a woven textile pattern. It features intricate geometric designs created with elements of weaving, such as triangles, squares, and lines in a regular pattern. The colors used are bold blue, cream, and red, creating a vivid visual contrast. The drawing includes sections displaying detailed textures and patterns, carefully arranged to create a harmonious design. Fringes at the bottom add a tactile element to the image. A smaller scale version of one of the patterns is displayed in the top right corner.

Media Options

This object’s media is free and in the public domain. Read our full Open Access policy for images.
Not on view See artworks now on view

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34.9 x 27.8 cm (13 3/4 x 10 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 76" square

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.581

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: HOWARD H. SHERMAN, 1936

Wikidata ID

Q64574465

You may be interested in

Loading Results