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Star of Bethlehem Quilt

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Star of Bethlehem Quilt by artist is a square quilt featuring a central starburst design. The central starburst has eight points and is made up of concentric rows of triangles in shades of brown, blue, and pink, with a red center. Eight identical floral blocks are positioned between the points of the starburst. Each floral block features a cluster of pink and orange flowers with green leaves on a white background. Eight green stars are placed at the corners of the quilt, outside the floral blocks. The quilt's background is cream-colored. A decorative border surrounds the quilt, featuring a repeating pattern of pink flowers and green leaves on a brown background. The quilt is set against a gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1835
Medium
Cotton
Culture
American
Dimensions
599 × 605 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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