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Small Squares (Furnishing Fabric)

A work made of silk, plain weave; screen printed.

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  • A work made of silk, plain weave; screen printed.

Date:

1953

Artist:

Designed by Alexander Girard (American, 1907–1993)
Produced by Herman Miller, Inc.
United States, Michigan, Zeeland

About this artwork

Status

Currently Off View

Department

Textiles

Artist

Alexander Girard (Designer)

Title

Small Squares (Furnishing Fabric)

Place

Michigan (Object made in)

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Made 1953

Medium

Silk, plain weave; screen printed

Dimensions

113.7 × 128.6 cm (44 3/4 × 48 5/8 in.); Repeat: H.: 45.3 cm (17 7/8 in.)

Credit Line

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Girard; Alexander Demond Fund

Reference Number

1988.72

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