Quilt (Star of Bethlehem)

1935/1942

Charles Bowman

Associated Names
Charles Bowman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an intricately designed quilt. The quilt features a central radiating star pattern with a zigzag design in vibrant colors such as red, yellow, blue, and green. Surrounding the star are four rectangular sections adorned with floral motifs of roses and other flowers nestled among green leaves. The quilt is bordered with a simple red edge. This is in the style of American Folk Art.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 46.8 x 46.4 cm (18 7/16 x 18 1/4 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 90" long; 84" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3353

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: G. Bowman.

Wikidata ID

Q64538187

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