“Hastings Visit to the Great Plains,” created by Sheila Hicks in 1979, is a tapestry artwork that is part of the Minimalism movement. The artwork showcases Hicks’ adeptness with textiles, a medium through which she creates intricate and profound pieces.
The artwork is a round, textured tapestry, with thick, woven strands of natural fibers meticulously arranged into a coherent, circular form. The fibers are predominantly earth-toned, featuring hues of beige interspersed with occasional threads of green, orange, and white. The strands exhibit a sense of movement, folding and intertwining within the circle, emanating a harmonious yet dynamic visual rhythm. This intricate configuration, characterized by its simplicity and elegance, embodies the essence of Minimalism while reflecting the organic beauty of the Great Plains landscape.
