Plate 2

1940-1943

Louie H. Ewing

Associated Names
Louie H. Ewing

Artist, American, 1908 - 1983

The image features bold, abstract shapes and lines arranged in a symmetrical pattern. Thick, wavy lines and evenly spaced plus signs form a repeating motif over a background of pink and cream hues. The design may evoke stylized mountains or waves, with the plus signs resembling small crosses or stars scattered across the image. The overall aesthetic is reminiscent of a tapestry or textile with geometric influences.
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This is a photograph of a traditional patterned textile. The image shows a textile with intricate designs composed of geometric patterns in red, white, and dark blue. The motifs include parallel zigzag patterns, diamond shapes, and stepped linear arrangements. The design indicates symmetry and repetition, suggesting careful planning, cultural significance, and skilled craftsmanship in its creation.

Plate 1

Louie H. Ewing

1940

Navajo Blankets

Louie H. Ewing

1940

The image displays a series of abstract zigzag lines and diamond shapes. The zigzag patterns create a repeating motif across the fabric, while the central diamond shapes draw attention. The color palette includes shades of red, beige, gray, and dark blue. The geometric forms give the fabric an orderly and rhythmic appearance.

Plate 10

Louie H. Ewing

1940

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

in pencil: lower left (verso), Design Textile - Navajo Blankets

Markings

stamped in red: lower right, NEWARK PUBLIC LIBRARY; upper left (verso), PLATES FILED; stamped in black: upper right, PLATE 2; upper left (verso), NAVAJO BLANKETS Laboratory of Anthropology Santa Fe, New Mexico

Wikidata ID

Q76442367

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