Quilt

c. 1939

Douglas Campbell

Associated Names
Douglas Campbell

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a patchwork quilt design with intersecting circles and curved lines forming geometric shapes in various fabric designs. The shapes resemble slices of circles and elongated ovals, creating an abstract composition that resembles petals or a blooming flower. The quilt features sections of pale blue fabric with floral prints and intricate patterns. The overall arrangement creates an intricate and colorful appearance reminiscent of a stained-glass window made of fabric.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 45.7 x 60.8 cm (18 x 23 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 92" long; 84" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2570

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: D.G. Campbell

Wikidata ID

Q64556011

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