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Coverlet

Rex F. Bush

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a textile pattern. The image features a square section of textile with a repeated design in red and white. The pattern includes symmetrical floral motifs and other stylized elements arranged in a grid-like fashion. A section on the right edge has a decorative border in red and white stripes with geometric and linear embellishments. The textile's bottom edge has a fringe. The drawing emphasizes detail and texture, highlighting the intricate patterns of textile designs.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3432 × 4608 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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