Decorative Gourd with Zigzag Design

Object Details

Artist
Ira Blount
Date
late 20th-early 21st Century
Medium
gourd, glass, waxed linen cord
Dimensions
2 15/16 × 4 1/8 in. (7.4 × 10.4 cm)
Cite As
Gift of Ira Blount
Caption
Versatile artisan Ira Blount found purpose and fulfillment in creating art out of naturally sourced and commercial materials. This decorative gourd contains both elements: human-made red and purple glass beads adorn a natural gourd decorated with a brown zigzag design. The contrast between the bright colors of the beads and the muted browns of the gourd draws attention to the variety in Blount’s materials.
After moving to Washington, DC following World War II, Ira Blount mastered dozens of artisanal crafts. His love for crafting, learning, and community engagement would endure over the course of his long life and career.
Accession Number
2011.0004.0053
Type
gourd
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Anacostia Community Museum Collection
Data Source
Anacostia Community Museum
Restrictions & Rights
CC0
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/dl8b53c8704-ff37-4fd2-acfa-3044a12af4cd
Record ID
acm_2011.0004.0053
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