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Quilt Block: "Constancy"

Florence Truelson

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a textile piece with a floral motif. The drawing depicts a square or rectangular section of fabric showcasing a central yellow flower with a brown stem and blue bell-like flowers. Green leaves and stems curl around the flowers in an organic pattern. The background of the textile is a silvery or grayish fabric with a wrinkled, textured surface. The drawing captures the detailed craftsmanship of the textile.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3374 × 3887 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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