Girard's Modern Folk
in the Lloyd's Treasure Chest
On display through Jan 26, 2020 at the Museum of International Folk Art
Juxtapositions of his design work and objects from his folk art collection illustrate this marriage of “modern” and “folk.” Also on view are unique objects by Girard that are in the museum’s permanent collection.
Alexander Girard, Untitled (anniversary gift to Susan Girard), ca. 1970s, wood, cotton, brass. 54 15/16 x 47 5/8 x 5 1/8 in. Museum of International Folk Art, gift of the Girard Foundation Collection, A.2017.26.1
Also on exhibit at the Museum of International Folk Art
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