Applique and Patchwork Quilt

c. 1939

A. Zimet

Associated Names
A. Zimet

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is an image of a quilt with floral and geometric designs. The quilt is made up of nine panels arranged in a 3x3 grid, each panel featuring distinct designs alternating between floral and geometric patterns. The color palette includes tones of blue, pink, red, and brown. The floral designs consist of stylized blooms with leaves and bows, while geometric patterns include starburst and circular motifs. This style is reminiscent of 19th-century American folk art quilt designs.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 57 x 54.9 cm (22 7/16 x 21 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2757

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: ZIMET

Wikidata ID

Q64533106

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