Materials from Quilt

c. 1937

Dorothy Posten

Associated Names
Dorothy Posten

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of various textile patterns. The image displays five distinct sections of decorative patterns typical for textiles. The top section showcases an ornate design with symmetrical elements in red, cream, and dark brown colors. Below this, two horizontal strips show different patterns; one has geometric forms with stars and stripes, while the other features a repeating lattice design. At the bottom, two square sections feature plaid designs in shades of brown, cream, red, and pink with intricate line work creating bold visual intersections.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 23 cm (11 x 9 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.988


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64555957

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