Shaker Rug

c. 1936

Alice Stearns

Associated Names
Alice Stearns

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays an arrangement of rectangular and braided shapes placed vertically and horizontally on a textured surface. Rows of small, colorful rectangles form a pattern resembling cobblestone streets. The shapes are organized in three vertical bands, with a section of interwoven, braided shapes at the bottom. Earth tones, reds, and blues are used in the composition.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 46.1 x 28 cm (18 1/8 x 11 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16623

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64534508

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