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Textile Art & Racial Identity

MIR Appraisal

Textile has been a rich and important cultural tradition with a long history throughout different regions and peoples of Africa, with many distinctive styles and techniques. The fabrication of textiles by African Americans, particularly quiltmaking, is inexplicably tied with slavery. Beadwork is common in Eastern and Southern Africa.

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American Folk Art: Celebrating the Creativity and Craftsmanship of Everyday Artisans 

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From self-taught artists to delightful wood carvings and intricate quilting and textile makers, American folk art encapsulates the spirit of a nation and the legacies handed down across its history. Sold for $15,000 USD via Sotheby’s (Jan 2019). Set of six ladderback dining chairs, mid 18th century.

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American Folk Art: Celebrating the Creativity and Craftsmanship of Everyday Artisans 

Invaluable

From self-taught artists to delightful wood carvings and intricate quilting and textile makers, American folk art encapsulates the spirit of a nation and the legacies handed down across its history. Sold for $15,000 USD via Sotheby’s (Jan 2019). Set of six ladderback dining chairs, mid 18th century.

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Nature in Scandinavian Design: Embracing Organic Forms and Materials

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Renowned for its balance of form, functionality, and a deep respect for nature, Scandinavian design has shaped interiors and architecture worldwide. Birch and pine make the ideal crafting materials, along with naturally occuring textiles, such as wool or linen. Sold for kr300,000 SEK via Bukowskis (May 2018).

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How to Create the Perfect Vintage Nursery

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Fusing a timeless elegance with a child-friendly environment, the perfect vintage nursery blends classic design elements and soft, personal touches to create character that reflects the same approach to form and function as the rest of your stylized home. This doesn’t mean that the nursery has to be a fussy historical period room.