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Embroidered Christening Blanket

Phyllis Dorr

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a piece of fabric with intricate floral embroidery, showcasing large and colorful flower patterns on a light background. The color palette includes shades of red, pink, blue, green, and yellow. Abundant floral designs with varied blooms and leaves are embroidered along the edges, with a concentrated area on the bottom left. In the center, some floral clusters appear scattered, creating a sense of symmetry between the left and right portions of the fabric.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4959 × 3399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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