Object number:
2009.14.4
Object name:
photograph
Title:
Crown of Thorns framed photograph of maker Ole Swanson
Maker:
Ole Swanson
Date made:
mid 20th century
Material/Technique:
wood | photograph | plastic
Dimensions:
H: 8.5 in, W: 10 in, D: 2.25 in
Credit line:
Art Acquisition Fund
Copyright status:
Copyright Not Evaluated
Physical description:
This is a rectangular wooden frame constructed with a woodworking technique that uses interlocking wooden sticks. The frame contains a black and white photograph of the maker, Ole Swanson, posing by his models of the Golden Gate Bridge, sailing ships, and a Cathedral.
Concepts:
tramp art; folk art
Persons:
Ole Swanson
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