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Coverlet

c. 1938

Katherine Hastings

Associated Names

Katherine Hastings

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image features an intricate pattern of repeating geometric shapes and lines. It includes a checkerboard-like arrangement of rectangles and squares, with alternating bands of reds and blues interwoven into a grid pattern. There is a fringed edge on the right side, resembling a decorative rug or woven blanket. Each section contains a distinct arrangement of shapes, some appearing as rows of diamonds or chains.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 45.8 x 40.7 cm (18 1/16 x 16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 88" wide; 75" long
Accession Number

1943.8.2613

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64591986

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