Quatrefoil Lidded Shaker Cat Head Basket with Handle

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Object Details

Artist

John E. McGuire, born Rochester, NY 1942

Exhibition Label

The utilitarian crafts of the Shakers have inspired many modern and contemporary designers. Viewing decoration as a form of hubris, the Shakers put their "hands to work, hearts to God," approaching craftsmanship as a form of worship. This Shaker-style basket by John McGuire is a perfect example of beauty derived from unadorned functional form.

Connections: Contemporary Craft at the Renwick Gallery, 2019

Credit Line

Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Martha G. Ware and Steven R. Cole

Date

1992

Object number

2011.47.46A-B

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

Decorative Arts-Fiber

Crafts

Medium

black ash and white oak

Dimensions

12 x 11 1/8 x 9 7/8 in. (30.4 x 28.2 x 25.0 cm)

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Department

Renwick Gallery

Data Source

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/vk71143bfce-c5d9-40d2-86e5-7d531014d1f4

Record ID

saam_2011.47.46A-B