Coverlet

c. 1937

Ruth M. Barnes

Associated Names
Ruth M. Barnes

Artist, American, 1880 - 1954

This is a painting of a textile design featuring an intricate floral pattern in white on a blue background. The design includes various flowers with detailed petals and leaves arranged around a bordered pattern on the left side. The balance of positive and negative space creates a striking contrast, emphasizing the complexity and symmetry of the design.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.9 x 26.7 cm (14 1/8 x 10 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.678

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Ruth M. Barnes.

Wikidata ID

Q64630162

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