Coverlet

c. 1940

Cornelius Christoffels

Associated Names
Cornelius Christoffels

Artist, American, born Netherlands, 1879 - 1960

This is a painting of a square piece of fabric with an intricate textile design. The central motif features two blue leaf-like shapes mirrored along a vertical axis, surrounded by red foliage patterns. Red circular motifs with floral elements adorn the four corners of the fabric. The color scheme consists of blue, red, and neutral tones, emphasizing symmetry and decoration. The style resembles a traditional textile pattern with ornamental detail.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.7 x 26.8 cm (14 1/16 x 10 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3290

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: CChristoffels.

Wikidata ID

Q64540484

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