Bedspread

1935/1942

Phyllis Dorr

Associated Names
Phyllis Dorr

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a floral border design. The image depicts a decorative pattern with stylized floral motifs in shades of blue against a cream or light-colored background. The design consists of various flowers and leaves, arranged in a flowing pattern with curved stems connecting them. Each flower design varies slightly in shape and size, contributing to an overall sense of rhythm and movement across the textile border. The intricacy of the line work and the balance in the composition reflects a style reminiscent of traditional fabric or wallpaper patterns.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 57.8 x 34.2 cm (22 3/4 x 13 7/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 22 1/2" long; 10" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2524


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64619545

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