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Open today 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
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Open late until 8:00 p.m. on select nights
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Artists Reimagining the Collection
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Coverlet

1935/1942

Willoughby Ions

Associated Names

Willoughby Ions

Artist, American, 1881 - 1977

The image displays a grid pattern with repeating geometric shapes and lines in red and blue. The central motif consists of diamond shapes made from small rectangular blocks, resembling woven textiles or tapestries. The alternating red and blue tones create a quilt-like appearance.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 27.8 x 22.6 cm (10 15/16 x 8 7/8 in.)
Original IAD Object: 86"wide; 73" long
Accession Number

1943.8.3042

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: -Willoughby Ions-

Wikidata ID

Q64639891

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