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Quilts, Pieced

Florence Hastings

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a composition of geometric shapes, mainly rectangles and triangles, intersecting in a detailed pattern. The abstract arrangement resembles a patchwork quilt with distinct textures and colors in each section. The intersecting lines and shapes create an organized chaos, similar to a collage of fabric scraps. The stitching patterns and tactile design evoke impressions of textiles and handiwork, reminding of objects like quilts or blankets crafted from different materials.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3423 × 4419 px
Public Domain
Yes
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