Crewel Embroidery Chair Seat

c. 1936

Eleanor Cunningham

Associated Names
Eleanor Cunningham

Artist, American, 1911 - 1979

The image shows an intricately embroidered piece with various stylized animals and nature elements. There is no distinct horizon line. A brightly colored bird is on a brown branch, a tree with red and green accents is on the right, while a deer is on the left. A smaller creature, possibly a rabbit, is among green, yellow, and brown waves. The stitching technique ranges from dense, layered threads to fine outlines in pastel shades of blue, yellow, and red. Brightly colored insects are scattered throughout the piece. The embroidery is set against a neutral background to highlight the colors and textures.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43 x 57.4 cm (16 15/16 x 22 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2526


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64558195

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