Pieced Quilt

1935/1942

Paul Park

Associated Names
Paul Park

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a square composition with a central abstract shape resembling a scalloped disc or flower, surrounded by four smaller abstract shapes similar to leaves. The central shape is red with a white center, while the surrounding shapes are green. The pattern within these shapes consists of a grid of dots, giving a checkered and textured feel. The arrangement evokes a stylized flower with leaves, laid symmetrically against a plain background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 32.2 x 23.2 cm (12 11/16 x 9 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17512

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Park

Wikidata ID

Q64619087

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