Quilt - Appliqued in Bellflower Design

c. 1937

Margaret Linsley

Associated Names
Margaret Linsley

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is an image of a decorative floral pattern. The composition includes an intricate design of red flowers with green leaves on a light background. The flowers are arranged in a stylized and symmetrical pattern within a bordered square. To the left and lower part of the square, there are crescent shapes and smaller red buds. The design is refined and may be intended for use in textiles or wallpaper, given its systematic layout and vibrant colors.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, pen and ink, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.7 x 26.8 cm (14 1/16 x 10 9/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 72" wide; 78" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.319

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64595005

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