Model of Canoe

1935

Margaret Knapp

Associated Names
Margaret Knapp

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a traditionally designed canoe. It consists of three drawings that outline different decorative views of a canoe. A side profile of the canoe shows intricate patterns and star motifs along the hull. An inset image highlights the bow with geometric star patterns and circular motifs. A horizontal section displays a swirled decorative pattern. The medium is pencil and brown-tone, with annotations in the upper right corner, giving it a technical and illustrative quality.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and colored pencil on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 14.8 x 22.2 cm (5 13/16 x 8 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12094


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

upper right in graphtie: Margaret Knapp / Model for Malecite Canoe / Nov. 6, 1935 / Hall Eastern Woodland / Case 2E.

Wikidata ID

Q64594987

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