Bedspread

c. 1939

Catherine Fowler

Associated Names
Catherine Fowler

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a quilt design featuring four circular floral patterns and draped ribbon motifs. The quilt pattern consists of four large, floral-like circular motifs arranged in a grid. Each circular motif is composed of alternating red and green pointed shapes with inner red lace-like details forming the petals of the floral design. The background is filled with intricate, swirling quilt-like stitching patterns, providing a textured appearance. Along two edges, there are decorative ribbons that curve gracefully, alternating between red and green, with bow-tie embellishments. The overall design is symmetrical and detailed, showcasing a combination of geometric precision and decorative artistry.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 47.3 × 45.7 cm (18 5/8 × 18 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 84" wide; 87" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2585


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1950

  • Christensen, Erwin O., The Index of American Design, New York: 1950, p. 116, no. 229.

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 563, no. 2072.

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Catherine Fowler

Wikidata ID

Q64538130

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