Patchwork Quilt

c. 1936

Elbert S. Mowery

Associated Names
Elbert S. Mowery

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a quilt pattern with geometric designs. It features repetitive star shapes in red, blue, and white colors. The design includes diamond shapes outlined in red strips, creating a grid. Intricate star patterns alternate within each square, made with detailed blue and white textures. The quilt is set against a gridded background, suggesting symmetry and precision.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 21.9 cm (11 x 8 5/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 89" long; 67 1/2" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.359

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: ELBERT S. MOWERY

Wikidata ID

Q64558070

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