PORTRAITS
Textile Art on a Fashion Canvas
A Tribute to William H. Johnson
Handcrafted in the spirit of William H. Johnson’s iconic style, this coat draws on his bold colors, simplified forms, and folk art portraits celebrating the beauty and resilience of Black women. Designed in a vintage-inspired 1940s silhouette with ¾-length sleeves, it features hand-stitched artwork on vibrant burlap fabric, translating Johnson’s painted legacy into wearable art.
Artwork Details
Available for Acquisition: Yes
Textile Art on a Fashion Canvas
A Tribute to William H. Johnson
Handcrafted in the spirit of William H. Johnson’s iconic style, this coat draws on his bold colors, simplified forms, and folk art portraits celebrating the beauty and resilience of Black women. Designed in a vintage-inspired 1940s silhouette with ¾-length sleeves, it features hand-stitched artwork on vibrant burlap fabric, translating Johnson’s painted legacy into wearable art.
Artwork Details
- Inspired Artist: William H. Johnson
- Title: Portraits
- Year: 2024
- Medium: Wool felt hand-applique on burlap couture coat
- Edition: One-of-a-kind
- Dimensions: [Length / Width if applicable]
- Collection: Harlem Renaissance Reverie
Available for Acquisition: Yes
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