Crewel Embroidery (Border)

c. 1938

Lawrence Peterson

Associated Names
Lawrence Peterson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a decorative floral pattern. The image depicts an intricate design comprised of a green vine adorned with a variety of colored flowers. The flowers are in different shapes and sizes with colors including blue, pink, yellow, and red. The vine undulates across the composition, connecting the flowers and small buds. The background is a neutral, textured shade allowing the colorful elements of the pattern to stand out. The style suggests emphasis on natural forms and symmetry, typical of decorative textile or embroidery patterns.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.6 x 76.8 cm (10 7/8 x 30 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2736


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1950

  • Christensen, Erwin O., The Index of American Design, New York: 1950, p. 107, no. 217.

Wikidata ID

Q64592788

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