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Artist:
Ira Blount  Search this
Medium:
wood
Dimensions:
5 3/4 × 2 1/4 × 3 1/2 in. (14.6 × 5.7 × 8.9 cm)
Type:
box
Date:
1988
Caption:
This carved box is remarkable for its wooden construction, which includes a functional wood swivel latch and hinges. Utilizing wood and varnish, artist and craftsman Ira Blount (1918-2020) realizes his philosophy on resourcefulness. A glossy coating highlights the wood’s natural grain and showcases minor variations in color.
After moving to Washington, DC following World War II, Ira Blount mastered dozens of artisanal crafts. His love for crafting, learning, and community engagement would endure over the course of his long life and career.
Cite As:
Gift of Ira Blount
Accession Number:
2011.0004.0028
Restrictions & Rights:
CC0
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Anacostia Community Museum Collection
Data Source:
Anacostia Community Museum
GUID:
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/dl82b7676ed-50df-45de-b344-61014437428d
EDAN-URL:
edanmdm:acm_2011.0004.0028