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Coverlet

Cornelius Christoffels

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a composition of interwoven shapes and lines forming a complex pattern. It features symmetrical arrangements of blue and pink forms resembling floral motifs and leaf-like patterns. These shapes are enclosed in a rectangular frame, similar to a decorative textile like a carpet or tapestry. The intricate patterns might be reminiscent of familiar ornamental designs found in traditional fabrics.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4689 × 3509 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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