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Quilting on Silk (Detail)

c. 1940

Edward Jewett

Associated Names

Edward Jewett

Artist, American, 1868 - 1955

This is a drawing of a yellow textile pattern. The illustration shows a rectangular section of fabric with a quilted texture in the upper area forming a diamond pattern, and the lower area features embroidery with intricate floral and swirled designs. The design showcases elaborate craftsmanship and the borders are scalloped. The use of a single yellow color creates a harmonious aesthetic.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 27.9 x 35.5 cm (11 x 14 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.79

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: EDWARD T. JEWETT

Wikidata ID

Q64557177

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