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Candlewick Coverlet (Woven)

Jules Lefevere

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of an intricately embroidered textile sample. The textile features a series of geometric and floral motifs arranged in a repeating pattern, created using a blue thread on a light-colored fabric. The design includes star shapes and other abstract forms, which are symmetrically distributed across the fabric. The pattern is bordered by a zigzag line. The embroidery is precise and showcases a fine level of craftsmanship. The overall composition highlights traditional techniques used in fabric decoration.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3394 × 4358 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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