Table Cover c. 1936

Ruth M. Barnes’s “Table Cover” from c. 1936, exemplifies the artist’s signature style of intricate needlework. The work is composed of a vibrant array of colors and geometric forms, created through a meticulous cross-stitch technique. Executed on a canvas of natural burlap, the piece showcases Barnes’s mastery of manipulating color and pattern to create a visually arresting, geometric composition. The artwork, despite its small dimensions, possesses a strong presence due to its bold color scheme and the meticulous detail of the embroidery.