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Coverlet

c. 1936

Cornelius Christoffels

Associated Names

Cornelius Christoffels

Artist, American, born Netherlands, 1879 - 1960

The image features an array of abstract shapes arranged in a symmetrical pattern. In the center is a blue flower with circular petals and a radiating design. Surrounding it are stylized star shapes, large red rose-like forms, and dark blue leaf shapes. A repeating border pattern frames the design.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 25 x 35 cm (9 13/16 x 13 3/4 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.661

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: C. Christoffels.

Wikidata ID

Q64540446

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