Exhibitions

Theo Leffmann: Weaving a Life into Art

Ongoing, on display May 9–August 24, 2008
Theo Leffmann Gallery

Theo Leffmann, Machu, 1972, cotton, fabric, ceramic beads, feathers, and metal feline-shaped hatpin. Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art, Northwestern University, Gift of Paul H. Leffmann.

Theo Leffmann is recognized as a rich contributor to the American fiber art movement in the late twentieth century. For more than 30 years, Leffmann liberated textiles from practical and decorative applications by using them as a means of personal expression.

Through the generous gift of Paul Leffmann, these works are part of the Block Museum's permanent collection.