Bed Hanging

1935/1942

Martha Elliot

Associated Names
Martha Elliot

Artist, American, 1916 - 2008

The image shows an embroidered floral pattern with a large, central flower surrounded by smaller flowers and leaf designs. The color palette consists of pinks, blues, greens, and yellows on a light beige background. In the center, there is a prominent pink flower with a concentric petal design, flanked by green, leaf-like patterns stretching diagonally to each corner. Smaller, bright flowers are dispersed throughout, with a symmetrical layout, including blue and pink blooms that surround the centerpiece. The embroidery is precisely centered on the fabric with the leafy designs extending outward and the smaller flowers scattered around.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 54.8 x 55.6 cm (21 9/16 x 21 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2836


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64596724

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