Grace’s work is defined by its 20th century sensibility — an enduring influence on generations that followed. Most artists are dead; following is a declaration of love.

"Celebrity Ties" Quilt
Designed and executed by Grace C. Wagner (American, 1894–1992) Belleville, Illinois, United States

Two Border Fragments
Spain

Miniature Pyxis (Container for Personal Objects)
Greek; probably Campania, Italy

Teacup, Coffee Cup, and Saucer
Worcester Porcelain Factory (Warmstry House Period, 1751–1783) Worcester, England, founded 1751

"A" and the Carpenter I
Sam Gilliam American, 1933-2022

A Group of Houses and Figures
Lyonel Feininger American, 1871–1956

Industry
Charles Sheeler American, 1883–1965

Fragment (Border)
Paracas Necropolis Peru, south coast, Paracas Peninsula

Armchair No. 8
Designed by Otto Wagner (Austrian, 1841-1918) Austria, Vienna

Heart of Darkness
Sean Scully American, born Ireland, 1945

Procession of the Redentore, Venice
Grace Ravlin (American, 1873–1956)

Borders
Italy, Burano, Burano School of Lace

Girandoles
Isaac F. Baker (American, active mid-19th century) Made by Cornelius and Company (American, 1839–1851) Philadelphia

Fragment
Egypt

Covered Bowl and Stand
Chantilly Factory France, 1730-92

Altarpiece with Crowned Buddha
Thailand or Cambodia

Teacup, Coffee Cup, and Saucer
Worcester Porcelain Factory (Warmstry House Period, 1751–1783) Worcester, England, founded 1751

Model Artillery with Field Carriage
Master Dodemont of Normandy French, active mid-16th century

"Trip Around the World" Quilt
Grace Earl (American, 1903–1997) California, San Francisco, California, United States

Tureen with Cover and Stand
Artist unknown (Chinese, made for the American market) China