Coverlet

c. 1937

Katherine Hastings

Associated Names
Katherine Hastings

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a patterned textile design. It features a repeating pattern of floral and bird motifs in red, blue, and white. The upper portion shows abstract floral shapes with six petals in red and blue. The lower section includes intricately patterned birds facing each other, surrounded by floral motifs. In the bottom left corner, there is a box with a dedication that reads "MADE BY ISAAC BROWN FOR SARAH M. DUNBAR, 1845." The design uses vibrant colors and detailed graphic patterns reminiscent of traditional American quilt or textile designs.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gouache and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 71 x 54.9 cm (27 15/16 x 21 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3286


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64592002

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