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Appliqued Quilt

Mildred E. Bent

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a floral quilt pattern. The artwork depicts an intricately designed quilt with red and green floral motifs arranged in a repeating pattern. The flowers are stylized with geometric petals, appearing in a consistent layout across the surface. Each flower features a red blossom with a green stem and leaves. The quilt also has a decorative border embellished with a red pattern that includes bow-like shapes. The background of the quilt appears textured.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Dimensions
3243 × 4513 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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