Patchwork Quilt

c. 1936

Irene Schaefer

Associated Names
Irene Schaefer

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a pattern of interlocking circular shapes with intersecting lines dividing them into petal-like segments. The design resembles a series of flowers with red petals outlined by white spaces. The layout gives the impression of a quilt or tiled surface reminiscent of lace or fabric patterns.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.3 x 23 cm (11 15/16 x 9 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 72" long; 96" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.436

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64574923

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