Wrestlers by Leslie Gabrielse
  • Leslie Gabrielse
  • Wrestlers, 1975
  • Synthetic fabrics, cotton
  • 91.5 x 68.5 in (232.41 x 173.99 cm)
  • Signature: Front and Back Front - middle right "Leslie XII '75"
  • Inv: 2020.3.1
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Gabrielse was inspired by a French postcard (2020.3.5) and a "Royal Brand" cigar advertisement (2020.3.6) from the 1930s. There are top stitching and piecework details.

Techniques: Hand applique, hand sewn
Culture: European
Geographic Location: Northwestern Europe - Netherlands
Credit Line: Gift of the Artist

  • Subject Matter: Art Quilt

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