Thursday, 21 November 2024
Textile
Details
'Hands of Creation', by Deborah J. Stockdale. (Photo: Colin Peck)
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| Title of Textile: | Hands of Creation |
| Maker: | Deborah Stockdale |
| Country of Origin: | Republic of Ireland |
| Year Produced: | 2003 |
| Size (cm): | 74cm (w) x 57cm (l) |
| Materials: | Cotton, handpainted and handquilted |
| Type of Textile: | Wall hanging |
| Description: | This is a painted and quilted wall hanging. The image is of Pan-Gaia, the Spirit of the Earth, which supports and sustains life. It is a feminine image with hands open and arms holding a globe. To Deborah, it expresses the nurturing and creative aspects of the female energy, and the idea of the entire planet being connected in all aspects.
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| Owner: | Deborah Stockdale collection |
| Location: | Deborah Stockdale, Donegal, Republic of Ireland |
| Original / Replica: | Original |
| Photographer: | Colin Peck |
| Provenance: | Artist's own collection. (HM0724) |
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