Shaker Quilt Pattern

1941

Ralph N. Morgan

Associated Names
Ralph N. Morgan

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays an arrangement of geometric shapes such as triangles and diamonds in an intricate pattern. The design includes a central star-like form made from blue and brown hexagons and triangles, surrounded by larger red triangles. The overall composition resembles a quilt or mosaic, with patterns that may evoke textile designs and a patchwork of fabrics. Various smaller triangular and diamond patterns in red, brown, beige, and black with different textures or lines are present on the outer edges, enhancing the quilt-like appearance of the piece.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.1 x 31.2 cm (13 13/16 x 12 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.372


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Ralph N. Morgan

Wikidata ID

Q64619879

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