Distance to View A162461 The artist's extraordinary skill with

The artist's extraordinary skill with sculptural shaping gives this top its unique presence—and a collar that can be worn several ways

Oven safe: Yes

Diagonal accents of twill tape

This shape is a new addition to the Letnje Polje (Summer Fields) series

and like all plated finishes

Distance to View A162461 The artist's extraordinary skill withThis oil pastel was created on heavy cold pressed watercolor paper. The image depicts a landscape on the bluff overlooking the dramatic Mississippi River Basin. Maakestad's interest was in the color pallet that evolved after sunset just occurred. Often colors are intensified at this time of day. Museum matted. Edge of art is underneath the mat and paper is held down by mat to avoid buckling. The frame is clear finished maple with glass.