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Crazy Quilt (Section)

Ruth M. Barnes

National Gallery of Art

The image features various geometric shapes and lines arranged in a quilt-like pattern. The abstract composition includes patches with unique colors and design elements. Some patches resemble familiar objects like a leaf and a butterfly. The use of vivid colors and overlapping lines creates an intricate tapestry reminiscent of traditional quilting techniques and abstract art.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3277 × 4474 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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