Quilt

c. 1941

Genevieve Jordan

Associated Names
Genevieve Jordan

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a detailed drawing of a quilt design. The image showcases a quilt plan with geometric shapes and floral patterns in shades of green and pink. The border features leaf-like designs, while inside, there are stylized flowers with alternating shades of red and green petals on a beige background with leaf textures. An inset image zooms in on one flower motif, showing its textured background pattern. The drawing emphasizes precision and symmetry in quilt making.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 51 x 38.2 cm (20 1/16 x 15 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 82" high; 84" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.457

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in watercolor: G. Jordan.

Wikidata ID

Q64571048

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