Patchwork Quilt

c. 1936

Edmond W. Brown

Associated Names
Edmond W. Brown

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of floral patterns. The image consists of two adjacent rectangular panels featuring intricately drawn floral designs. The left panel showcases a dense, ornate pattern of flowers, leaves, and curvilinear vines, accented with abstract representations of a bird. The flowers vary in size and shape, creating an elaborate tapestry-like effect, with fine detail and shading suggesting depths and layers. The right panel displays a more minimalist approach, with smaller, sparse floral motifs scattered over the surface. The delicate, linear nature of the designs suggests a focus on the elegance and simplicity of botanical forms. The entire drawing is done using a muted color palette, predominantly showcasing shades of red on a neutral background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.8 x 22.7 cm (11 5/16 x 8 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 108" wide; 120" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.856


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: EDMOND W. BROWN.

Wikidata ID

Q64556792

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