Jacquard 1935 - 1942

"Jacquard" is a textile artwork by Arthur G. Merkley, created between 1935 and 1942. The piece features a intricate design of stylized flowers and leaves, arranged in a symmetrical pattern on a dark blue background. The woven design incorporates a central motif of an eagle clutching a banner reading "E Pluribus Unum" and a smaller inscription that reads "Sarah Eliza Elmer Lewis. Co. N.Y. 1854," suggesting that the artwork may be a reproduction of an earlier design. This detailed work of textile art is characteristic of the Jacquard weaving technique, which allows for complex and intricate designs.