Amazon Jungle

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Amazon Jungle

c. 2001

Carter Smith (American, born 1946)

Carter Smith’s patterns and colors elicit a cosmic energy. Originally trained as a sculptor, he uses a resist dyeing technique on bias cut silks and velvets to create dramatic wall hangings and flowing coats, such as the one shown here.

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Object Details

Title:

Amazon Jungle

Date:

c. 2001

Artist:

Carter Smith (American, born 1946)

Medium:

Tie-dyed silk crepe

Dimensions:

Center Back Length: 51 inches (129.5 cm) Width: 63 inches (160 cm)

Classification:

Fiber Art

Credit Line:

Promised gift of The Julie Schafler Dale Collection

Accession Number:

131-2018-21

Geography:

Made in United States, North and Central America

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