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Coverlet

Katherine Hastings

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a patterned textile design. It features a repeating pattern of floral and bird motifs in red, blue, and white. The upper portion shows abstract floral shapes with six petals in red and blue. The lower section includes intricately patterned birds facing each other, surrounded by floral motifs. In the bottom left corner, there is a box with a dedication that reads "MADE BY ISAAC BROWN FOR SARAH M. DUNBAR, 1845." The design uses vibrant colors and detailed graphic patterns reminiscent of traditional American quilt or textile designs.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
gouache and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3431 × 4445 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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