Materials from Quilt

c. 1937

Dorothy Posten

Associated Names
Dorothy Posten

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays a grid of six squares with various abstract patterns. Each square contains a unique design, including floral, leaf, and vine motifs. The first square has diagonal lines and floral patterns. The second square features red blossoms on a dark background. The third square has colorful swirling lines and floral motifs. The fourth square displays floral shapes on a purple checkered background. The fifth square showcases green and red leaf-like shapes on a light background. The sixth square includes vine-like branches on a pink backdrop. Each pattern offers an abstract interpretation of nature-related forms.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.9 x 27.9 cm (9 x 11 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.983


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64555951

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