DepartmentHispano
Straw, Knives, and Diamonds
NameStraw Applique
Maker
Ernesto Jose Roybal
(1914 - 1998)
CultureHispano
DateJuly 15, 1939
Place madeSanta Cruz, New Mexico, United States, North America
Mediumwood, straw, glue
DimensionsOverall: 7 1/4 x 9 3/4 x 1 1/2 in. (18.415 x 24.765 x 3.81 cm)
Credit LineLoan from the Fine Arts Collection, U.S. General Services Administration WPA, Federal Art Project, 1935-1943
Object numberL.2018.2.26
DescriptionFour straw knives point to a central straw diamond. Two straw knives are on each of the long sides, and a straw diamond is on each end. Straw lines enclose the main design and connect the side designs.
19th century
