Quilts, Pieced

1935/1942

Florence Hastings

Associated Names
Florence Hastings

Artist, American, c. 1885 - 1951

The image shows a composition of geometric shapes, mainly rectangles and triangles, intersecting in a detailed pattern. The abstract arrangement resembles a patchwork quilt with distinct textures and colors in each section. The intersecting lines and shapes create an organized chaos, similar to a collage of fabric scraps. The stitching patterns and tactile design evoke impressions of textiles and handiwork, reminding of objects like quilts or blankets crafted from different materials.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36 x 28.1 cm (14 3/16 x 11 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.273


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: F. Hastings

Wikidata ID

Q64561744

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