Patchwork Quilt (Section)

c. 1937

Edith Towner

Associated Names
Edith Towner

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a patchwork quilt featuring various fabric patches meticulously stitched together. Each patch has a distinct pattern, color, and design, including florals, checks, stripes, and abstract motifs. The quilt displays an array of colors such as blues, greens, reds, yellows, and blacks. The stitching between the patches is visible, with decorative embroidery in different patterns and hues. Some patches contain detailed images or motifs such as flowers and leaves skillfully painted to mimic embroidery. The style is detailed and expressive.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34.7 x 28 cm (13 11/16 x 11 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.332


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Edith Towner

Wikidata ID

Q64556620

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