Hoop Skirt

c. 1937

Esther Hansen

Associated Names
Esther Hansen

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an abstract three-dimensional wireframe structure with leather straps. The wireframe has an elliptical spiral design curving around an axis. The leather straps are detailed with stitching and adjustment holes. They are fastened around the wireframe, blending mechanical and biological elements. The color palette is simple, mainly soft browns and neutral tones. The drawing combines industrial design and organic architecture.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and watercolor on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29 x 22.6 cm (11 7/16 x 8 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1253

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Esther Hansen.

Wikidata ID

Q64559931

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