Coverlet

c. 1940

Cornelius Christoffels

Associated Names
Cornelius Christoffels

Artist, American, born Netherlands, 1879 - 1960

The image displays a series of intricate, repeating patterns composed of geometric shapes and interwoven lines. These shapes are arranged in an abstract manner, suggesting a tapestry or woven textile design. The left side features a crosshatched pattern leading into a central column of symmetrical motifs resembling elongated, stylized leaves or arrows. Towards the right, the design shifts into squares and chain-link forms, evoking checkerboards or interlocking tiles. The color palette is predominantly blue with accents of red and white.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.1 x 35.7 cm (11 1/16 x 14 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.611


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1950

  • Christensen, Erwin O., The Index of American Design, New York: 1950, p. 112, no. 223.

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: C. Christoffels.

Wikidata ID

Q64540436

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