Miriam Schapiro

American, 1923 - 2015

Explore selected works

See all 18 works of art
This is a print of a red crocheted doily featuring the words "TAKE A" and the depiction of a chair surrounded by a curving border. The rectangular doily is detailed, the print showcasing its delicate loops and knots, and the edges curve inward slightly. The red doily is centered in the page, and the background is plain off-white paper.
Miriam Schapiro, Anonymous Was a Woman VII, 1977, softground etching printed in red ink on Arches paper, Gift of the Artist, 1979.9.8

Anonymous Was a Woman VII

Miriam Schapiro · 1977 · softground etching printed in red ink on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1979.9.8

The image shows a collection of shapes and lines forming an abstract collage. Heart shapes, dress patterns, and floral cutouts are featured. The colors are vibrant and the background consists of purple and magenta brush strokes. This piece invites the viewer to interpret familiar objects in a creative way.
Miriam Schapiro, Graphicstudio, Together, 1983, collage with printing and drawing, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1985.48.52

Together

Miriam Schapiro, Graphicstudio · 1983 · collage with printing and drawing ·  Accession ID  1985.48.52

The image shows a geometric shape resembling a house or a hexagon with abstract designs inside, set against a purple background. Inside the shape, there are flowers and a bird. The border around the shape emphasizes the colors and motifs inside. The text states "MIRIAM SCHAPIRO," "GRAPHICSTUDIO," and mentions the University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida.
Miriam Schapiro, Graphicstudio, Rococo, 1983, offset lithograph [poster], Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1985.48.53

Rococo

Miriam Schapiro, Graphicstudio · 1983 · offset lithograph [poster] ·  Accession ID  1985.48.53

The image depicts a rectangular piece of fabric with intricate cut-out embroidery patterns, mainly floral and curvilinear motifs forming a detailed triangular shape on the upper part of the fabric. The color scheme is monochromatic, with shades of brown dominating and lighter tones visible due to the cut-out areas. The triangular embroidery is centered on the upper half of the fabric, while the bottom edge has a wider plain band. In the lower right corner of the background surface, there is faint handwritten text and numbers.
Miriam Schapiro, Anonymous was a Woman VIII, 1977, softground etching in brown on Arches paper, Gift of the Artist, 1979.9.9

Anonymous was a Woman VIII

Miriam Schapiro · 1977 · softground etching in brown on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1979.9.9

The image shows embossed text saying "ANONYMOUS WAS A WOMAN MIRIAM SCHAPIRO" on a plain white or light beige surface. The raised letters cast subtle shadows. The text is centered on the surface, creating a minimalist and understated aesthetic, focusing on the message.
Miriam Schapiro, Title Page, 1977, embossing on Arches paper, Gift of the Artist, 1979.9.1

Title Page

Miriam Schapiro · 1977 · embossing on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1979.9.1

The image displays a diamond-shaped design with intricate lines forming a lace-like pattern. The design resembles a delicately woven textile or decorative doily. Radiating semicircular shapes at the four corners evoke scalloped seashells, adding symmetry and balance. Overlapping lines within the diamond are similar to crosshatch stitches in embroidery, suggesting complex craftsmanship.
Miriam Schapiro, Anonymous was a Woman I, 1977, softground etching in red-brown on Arches paper, Gift of the Artist, 1979.9.2

Anonymous was a Woman I

Miriam Schapiro · 1977 · softground etching in red-brown on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1979.9.2

This image features a piece of paper with embossed text. The text reads: "PRINTED ON ARCHES PAPER, DECEMBER 1977 AT OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY. THIS IS NUMBER 13 / 15. PRINTERS: KRISTINA KENNEDY DANIELS, CATHY CAIN EVANS, MARGARET HACHMANN, CHARLOTTE MEREDITH, CHRISTINE SCHULBACH, NORMA SEIBERT, ANGELITA STOVER, BARBARA WEBER, MARTHA WALKER WEHRLE. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: CLINTON BROWN, JOHN GLASCOCK, PAT SPARK, JOHN ROCK, PHYLLIS YES." The embossed text is centered on a white paper background.
Miriam Schapiro, Colophon, 1977, embossing on Arches paper, Gift of the Artist, 1979.9.10

Colophon

Miriam Schapiro · 1977 · embossing on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1979.9.10

The image depicts a large lace-like textile with a dark brown vase and flower pattern in the center. Surrounding the vase shape is a rectangular lace border, with corner embellishments that mirror the floral motif. The background is a muted beige color.
Miriam Schapiro, Anonymous was a Woman II, 1977, softground etching in brown on Arches paper, Gift of the Artist, 1979.9.3

Anonymous was a Woman II

Miriam Schapiro · 1977 · softground etching in brown on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1979.9.3

This is a drawing of an intricate lace pattern. The drawing features a detailed depiction of a lace trim stretched horizontally across the bottom of the picture. The lace is composed of repeated geometric and organic patterns. The intricate details are finely depicted, highlighting the open-weave texture typical of lace. This style of drawing emphasizes the delicate nature and craftsmanship associated with lacework.
Miriam Schapiro, Anonymous was a Woman III, 1977, softground etching in light red-brown on Arches paper, Gift of the Artist, 1979.9.4

Anonymous was a Woman III

Miriam Schapiro · 1977 · softground etching in light red-brown on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1979.9.4

Miriam Schapiro, Anonymous was a Woman VI, 1977, softground etching in black and debossing on Arches paper, Gift of the Artist, 1979.9.7

Anonymous was a Woman VI

Miriam Schapiro · 1977 · softground etching in black and debossing on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  1979.9.7