Charlotte Winter

American, active c. 1935

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This is a painting of a quilt featuring an array of intricate patterns and imagery. The painting depicts a quilt composed of multiple square patches, each containing a diverse array of nature-inspired and abstract illustrations. The design includes various flowers, plants, birds, and what appear to be animal figures, each enclosed in its own block, providing a patchwork effect. The border of the quilt is adorned with a scalloped edge featuring a vine motif with leaves and berries, creating a continuous flow around the periphery. Bright and vibrant colors bring the patterns to life, with reds, blues, greens, and yellows predominantly used.
Arleen Perkins, Charlotte Winter, Applique Bedspread, c. 1941, watercolor and gouache over graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2589

Applique Bedspread

Arleen Perkins, Charlotte Winter · c. 1941 · watercolor and gouache over graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2589
This is a drawing of a pattern featuring sailboats and anchors. The image consists of a repeating pattern composed of vertical stripes, each containing alternating motifs of sailboats and anchors rendered in red ink. These motifs are arranged neatly in rows and columns on a lightly colored background. The drawing emphasizes nautical themes through the repetition of these maritime symbols. The meticulous alignment and consistency in the repetition lend the pattern a sense of order and rhythm.
Charlotte Winter, Printed Cotton, c. 1941, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.952

Printed Cotton

Charlotte Winter · c. 1941 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.952
The image displays a richly embroidered textile with large floral patterns featuring orange and brown flowers surrounded by intricate green leaves and vines against a dark background. The initials "MB" and the year "1809" are at the top of the textile. The floral designs are symmetrically arranged throughout the piece, bordered by a scalloped edge enriched with greenery.
Charlotte Winter, Bedspread, c. 1940, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2789

Bedspread

Charlotte Winter · c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2789
This is a decorative textile piece featuring a central scene with a carousel under a large umbrella, surrounded by floral and vine motifs. The design is printed or woven onto a light brown background and includes shades of red and pink. The fabric is adorned with repeating patterns of blooming roses with leaves, adding an ornamental feel to the piece.
Charlotte Winter, Printed Cotton, c. 1940, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2656

Printed Cotton

Charlotte Winter · c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2656
This is a painting of a decorative fabric pattern. The image features an intricate pattern on a rectangular fabric swatch with a rich red background. The design incorporates large leaves in a repeating motif, rendered in shades of blue and green. Surrounding these leaves are rounded floral shapes outlined in beige, with smaller accents in complementary colors such as yellow and cream. The elements create an overall sense of symmetry and harmony across the fabric, showcasing a traditional textile design.
Charlotte Winter, Printed Cotton, c. 1940, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.937

Printed Cotton

Charlotte Winter · c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.937
The image displays a large fabric with intricate blue patterns on a cream-colored background. The design features symmetrical patterns with birds, flowers, and decorative motifs. The fabric has a fringe at the bottom.
Charlotte Winter, Bedspread, c. 1940, watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2627

Bedspread

Charlotte Winter · c. 1940 · watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2627
The image shows a metallic hook-like object with a curved, spout-like feature at the bottom, hanging from a twisted rope. The object displays gray, brown, white, and blue colors, with a metallic sheen. Positioned at the center of a plain, off-white background, the object hangs vertically and occupies most of the visual space.
Charlotte Winter, Lamp, c. 1939, graphite and colored pencil on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.12309

Lamp

Charlotte Winter · c. 1939 · graphite and colored pencil on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.12309
The image shows a large, detailed drawing of a magnifying glass on a decorative stand, resembling a classical lamp base. The magnifying glass has a reflective lens and a dark frame, leading to the ornate stand tapering down to a flat base. The color palette is primarily black, gray, and white. In the lower right corner, there is a smaller sketch of the same object.
Charlotte Winter, Bull's Eye Lamp, c. 1939, graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.17597

Bull's Eye Lamp

Charlotte Winter · c. 1939 · graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.17597
The image shows a textile with a patchwork of square and rectangular panels, each containing intricate designs such as flowers, animals, and human figures. The color palette includes earthy tones such as browns, greens, and reds, complemented by accents of pink, blue, and white. The objects are organized in a grid pattern across the fabric, with floral designs and decorative motifs displayed across the rows and columns. Human figures are positioned centrally in one of the squares, surrounded by floral elements, while other squares depict animals and ornate vases interlaced with plant motifs.
Charlotte Winter, Caswell Carpet, c. 1939, watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2546

Caswell Carpet

Charlotte Winter · c. 1939 · watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2546
This is a painting of five rectangular textile samples with various patterns and colors. The textiles are arranged in two rows, with three on the top and two on the bottom. The top row includes a maroon rectangle with a lighter circular pattern, a dark brown rectangle with red circular designs, and a greenish rectangle with orange leaf-like shapes. The bottom row consists of a dark brown rectangle with diamond and bow patterns, and a blue rectangle with bright yellow floral patterns. The textiles display a range of color contrasts and design motifs.
Charlotte Winter, Textile Swatches, c. 1939, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.921

Textile Swatches

Charlotte Winter · c. 1939 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.921