Quilt

Katherine Hastings

National Gallery of Art

The image displays symmetrical shapes with rounded edges forming a pattern around squares. Each square is centered in a set of teardrop-shaped leaves or petals arranged abstractly. The design includes various curved lines creating a wreath-like motif and elongated oval shapes resembling feathers or fern-like fronds. The shapes connect to familiar objects such as flowers with leaf-like patterns and wreaths. The bold use of red and green shades in the main shapes contrasts with the softer, neutral background.