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Applique Coverlet (Detail)

Adolph Opstad

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a decorative textile design with a bird and a butterfly. The central focus includes an embroidered depiction of a bird and a butterfly. The embroidery is set against a light-colored background panel with red and green borders. The style appears traditional, with influences of folk art and textile design techniques. The embroidery shows vibrant colors and textural elements.

Artwork Details

Date
1941
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3434 × 4585 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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