Summary
Child's growth chart in the form of a wall hanging, 1970s. Designed by John Rodriquez, an influential Australian textile designer from the 1950s to 1970s. Screen printed by hand.
Physical Description
Child's growth chart featuring children, animals and flowers. Dark brown, khaki and white on orange,
Significance
See Narrative 'John Rodriquez Textile Collection'.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Ms Patricia Rodriquez, 24 Jan 2006
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Place & Date Made
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Inscriptions
Text, front: hand printed in Australia by Rodriquez. Tag, reverse: hand printed in/melbourne australia/BY Rodriquez.
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Overall Dimensions
270 mm (Width), 980 mm (Height)
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References
Photocopies of old issues of Home Beautiful which display John's fabric designs have been offered by the donor. Newspaper cuttings showing clothes made from Rodriquez-designed fabrics.
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Keywords
Fabric Designs, Handcrafts, Screen Printing, Textile Manufacturing, Textiles, Innovation & Design
