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Printed Delaines

Millia Davenport

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of textile patterns. It shows different textile designs organized in a grid-like format. The left side has small squares with checked, plaid, and geometric designs in various colors. The right side has larger squares with intricate patterns like florals with bold colors and contrasts. The designs include floral motifs, checks, plaids, linear designs, and some abstract or geometric patterns in vibrant colors. The background is a plain, muted color like cream or light beige, emphasizing the colorful designs. The painting resembles a textile designer's sample sheet displaying a variety of fabric patterns for selection or inspiration.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, gouache, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3432 × 4457 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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