ATTLEBORO ARTS MUSEUM – 27th Annual Benefit Art Auction Oct. 11,2018 10:00 AM - Nov. 3, 2018 5:00 PM
Auction Ends: Oct 31, 2018 05:00 PM EDT

Fiber

Indigo Jewels (Gwyn Marathas)

Item Number
224
Estimated Value
120 USD
Opening Bid
40 USD

Live Event Item

After the online close, this item went to a Live Event for further bidding. Absentee Bidding offered.

Item Description

Indigo dyed cotton shibori

22" x 12" x 0.75"

Shibori is a Japanese technique where fabric is hand sewn and tightly pulled together to create resist areas when placed in an indigo dye bath. After the dyeing process, the threads are removed to reveal the color and patterns created.

Gwyn Marathas holds a BFA in Fiber from UMass Dartmouth. Trained in fine arts, a passion for color and texture led her to explore the medium of fiber. Her work ranges from simple woven pieces to elaborate, hand embellished jacquard panels. Her work is inspired by nature, elements of fantasy & modern themes. She is an award-winning artist from Easton, MA. Unique swatches of Shibori created for use in a larger piece.

 

Item Special Note

A note on bidding: Any high bid that does not follow the listed bidding increments will be nullified and voided.

The Bidding Increments are as follows:

   $1-99, the bidding increment is $5

   $100-199, the bidding increment is $10

   $200-499, the bidding increment is $20

   $500-999, the bidding increment is $50

   $1000 and up, the bidding increment is $100

This item can be shipped or picked up at the Attleboro Arts Museum from November 6-10, 2018. The Museum is open Tuesday - Saturday from 10am-5pm. The winning bidder is responsible for all shipping and handling costs. The artist retains all reproduction and copyrights.

Donated By:

Gwyn Marathas