Embroidered Blanket

Jenny Almgren

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a decorative textile with floral patterns. The image features an intricate and symmetrical design resembling an embroidered textile or a piece of needlework. The central motif consists of delicate, curving stems adorned with small, colorful flowers in shades of pink, yellow, and blue. These floral patterns radiate outwards from the center, creating a balanced and harmonious composition. The inner border consists of a simple, repetitive untwining pattern, while the outer border is composed of a series of interlocking loop shapes. The design's finesse and symmetry convey a sense of elegance and attention to detail.