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Coverlet

Cornelius Christoffels

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a floral tapestry design. The artwork presents a square fragment of a textile featuring an intricate floral pattern in blue and white tones. The tapestry includes a detailed design of blooming flowers, leaves, and branches, embroidered against a deep blue background. A border with repeating geometric patterns frames the top and bottom edges of the fabric.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4553 × 3397 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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