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Coverlet

c. 1940

Cornelius Christoffels

Associated Names

Cornelius Christoffels

Artist, American, born Netherlands, 1879 - 1960

The image displays a geometric arrangement of shapes and lines with a central symmetrical pattern. The design is abstract, composed of intricate patterns resembling floral motifs and organic forms. It includes circular and semi-circular shapes filled with blue and pink dot-like patterns. The negative space around the shapes creates balance and harmony in the textile piece.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.8 x 26.6 cm (14 1/8 x 10 1/2 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.3292

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: CChristoffels.

Wikidata ID

Q64540485

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