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Patchwork Quilt (Section)

Edith Towner

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a patchwork quilt featuring various fabric patches meticulously stitched together. Each patch has a distinct pattern, color, and design, including florals, checks, stripes, and abstract motifs. The quilt displays an array of colors such as blues, greens, reds, yellows, and blacks. The stitching between the patches is visible, with decorative embroidery in different patterns and hues. Some patches contain detailed images or motifs such as flowers and leaves skillfully painted to mimic embroidery. The style is detailed and expressive.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3333 × 3377 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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