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Crazy Quilt (Section)

c. 1940

Ruth M. Barnes

Associated Names

Ruth M. Barnes

Artist, American, 1880 - 1954

The image features various geometric shapes and lines arranged in a quilt-like pattern. The abstract composition includes patches with unique colors and design elements. Some patches resemble familiar objects like a leaf and a butterfly. The use of vivid colors and overlapping lines creates an intricate tapestry reminiscent of traditional quilting techniques and abstract art.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.9 x 26.6 cm (14 1/8 x 10 1/2 in.)
Original IAD Object: 72" wide; 84" long
Accession Number

1943.8.327

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Ruth M. Barnes

Wikidata ID

Q64630136

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