Artwork copyright Dana Boussard. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Artwork copyright Dana Boussard. Photo courtesy of the artist.

The Split, 1976

Dana Boussard
American (born 1944)

Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia

About the Artwork

The Split is a tapestry created by artist Dana Boussard. The imagery features flower, fish, and animal figures organized into a bold composition. She created the piece using different layers of dyed and painted fabric.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Washington State Arts Commission.

About the Artist

Montana-based artist Dana Boussard creates narrative-driven paintings, drawings, fiber works, and glass installations. Her works explore concepts of home, memory and spirituality. She received the Montana Governor's Arts Award in 1987. Boussard is a non-Native artist.