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Printed Cottons

c. 1936

Millia Davenport

Associated Names

Millia Davenport

Artist, American, 1895 - 1992

The image shows twelve square swatches with various patterns and lines arranged in a grid format. The designs range from floral motifs to geometric shapes and stripes, some resembling familiar objects like flowers, plaid checkers, and woven textiles.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, gouache, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 30.4 x 22.8 cm (11 15/16 x 9 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.882

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64614843

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