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Corrie Schmidt Abstract Rectangular Form Fiber Art Sculptural Wall Hanging 1980s

About the Item

Cornelia (Corrie) Johanna Schmidt-Tom (1934-2020), Dutch-American, Fabulous Rectangular-Form Fiber Art in vivid red, purple, pink, blue, orange and white with a tan border around the outer edges and sides. Measures approximately 24” wide, 37” high, 3-1/2” deep. Wool, linen, brass, metal. Studio-made in Los Angeles, California, ca 1980s. Signed en verso and initials sewn into the weave on front. Corrie grew up in The Netherlands, her younger years during WWII. Years later while in Leiden to study education to become a nursery school teacher, she met future husband Maarten at a Leiden University party. They married in 1955. Corrie and Maarten moved to Pasadena, CA where Maarten pursued a career in Astronomy at Caltech. While devoting herself to her family after the birth of three children, she also pursued her passion for creating abstract fiber art. Corrie became an accomplished artist. Corrie had two one-woman shows in the Los Angeles area and won awards for her artwork. She taught art classes to a loyal following and enjoyed seeing the creative side of others blossom. She found inspiration for her art by visiting with her mentor and fellow artists Jan de Swart and his wife Ursula. Carrier died of natural causes in Fresno, California on May 14, 2020 - Pasadena Star News
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Style:
    Organic Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Linen,Metal,Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1980s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some loose threads, otherwise good vintage condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Cathedral City, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: OC 96171stDibs: LU8352233986182

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