Bedspread (Detail)

c. 1938

Mildred E. Bent

Associated Names
Mildred E. Bent

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays a piece of fabric with intricate floral embroidery. The largest objects are ornate flowers embroidered in shades of red, pink, and blue. The color palette includes cream, olive green, and dark blue tones, along with brighter reds and pinks. A cluster of flowers is central, with the largest flower on the left and additional blossoms and buds extending to the right. Incomplete floral shapes and leaf patterns are seen at the bottom center of the fabric.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 54.8 x 43.2 cm (21 9/16 x 17 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2515

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64614719

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