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Bedspread

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a light-colored square fabric with an intricate floral and bird pattern embroidered across its surface. The color palette is predominantly soft beige tones with subtle hints of darker and lighter shades creating the detailed designs. The embroidery features floral patterns and birds arranged symmetrically, with the largest flowers near the center and smaller ones interspersed throughout. The fabric is bordered with a repeating floral pattern that frames the design. Overall, the embroidery is evenly distributed across the fabric, creating a harmonious and balanced visual effect.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3462 × 3668 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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