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Quilted Bedspread

Irene Schaefer

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an intricate floral embroidery pattern. The image shows a square piece of fabric adorned with delicate floral motifs. The design features a variety of flowers, leaves, and vines woven in an arrangement across the fabric. The embroidery is detailed with a symmetrical pattern suggesting natural elegance. Light and shadow play across the fabric, highlighting the texture and depth of the stitching. Various border patterns frame the fabric, enhancing the overall elegance and complexity of the design. The drawing is labeled as a quarter of the full design.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
gouache and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3520 × 4534 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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