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Artists Reimagining the Collection
Meet the 50 makers selected from more than 1,600 submissions

Shaker Kerchief

c. 1936

Betty Fuerst

Associated Names

Betty Fuerst

Artist, American, 1905 - 1984

The image shows a large, draped rose-colored cloth that resembles a shawl or cape on a plain background. The color palette consists mainly of warm hues, including various shades of rose and soft browns accentuating the fabric's texture and folds. The shawl is centrally positioned in the image, appearing as if it is floating in front of a neutral, pale backdrop, enhancing its detailed rendering and color depth.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.8 x 27.7 cm (14 1/8 x 10 7/8 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.3946

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64537493

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