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Shaker Quilt Pattern

Ralph N. Morgan

National Gallery of Art

The image displays an arrangement of geometric shapes such as triangles and diamonds in an intricate pattern. The design includes a central star-like form made from blue and brown hexagons and triangles, surrounded by larger red triangles. The overall composition resembles a quilt or mosaic, with patterns that may evoke textile designs and a patchwork of fabrics. Various smaller triangular and diamond patterns in red, brown, beige, and black with different textures or lines are present on the outer edges, enhancing the quilt-like appearance of the piece.

Artwork Details

Date
1941
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3265 × 3668 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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