Claude Marshall

Claude Marshall was an artist active in the United States between 1935 and 1940. Marshall's documented work is intrinsically tied to the Index of American Design (IAD), a federal arts project established during the Depression era to create a comprehensive pictorial survey of American decorative and folk art prior to 1900.

Marshall specialized in creating precise, detailed renderings of historical artifacts and utilitarian objects, contributing 11 designs to the national index. This output reflects the IAD’s mission to document and preserve the nation’s craft heritage through accurate, visual interpretation. Marshall’s contributions cover a diverse range of subjects, including industrial tools and personal accessories, such as the designs Log-Hauling, Buckles, Bootjack, Coffee Roaster, and Powder Flask.

The entire body of Marshall’s known works from the Index of American Design is preserved in the collections of the National Gallery of Art (NGA) in Washington, D.C. Due to their status as government-commissioned works, these renderings are frequently in the public domain, making them available as downloadable artwork for researchers and enthusiasts seeking high-quality prints of historical American design.