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Pieced Bed Cover

Ethel Dougan

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a geometric pattern with colorful decorations. It features concentric squares made from smaller rectangular segments in shades of blue, gray, and black. Each segment is adorned with vividly colored motifs resembling dots or eyes in red, blue, purple, and yellow. A central red diamond shape stands out, and abstract figures and symbols are present around the borders. The design is intricate and vibrant, combining symmetry with complexity.

Artwork Details

Date
1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3471 × 4423 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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