Crewel Bedspread

c. 1937

Mary Berner

Associated Names
Mary Berner

Artist, American, born Germany, 1901 - 2003

This is a painting of a richly decorated textile design. The artwork features an intricately patterned textile with an array of colorful motifs including birds, floral designs, and geometric shapes. The primary colors in use are vivid blues, reds, and soft greens. The border of the textile is adorned with a repeating pattern of symmetrical motifs. The central roundel features a detailed scene with birds and stylized foliage, surrounded by a lace-like border.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 46.1 x 38.1 cm (18 1/8 x 15 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 58" wide; 72" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.180

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lowre right in black ink: Mary Berner.

Wikidata ID

Q64607437

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