Applique and Quilted Coverlet

c. 1938

Manuel G. Runyan

Associated Names
Manuel G. Runyan

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image depicts a series of curved lines and shapes forming an abstract composition. There is a central star-like shape in green and yellow, surrounded by scalloped edges. Two crescent shapes, one green and one orange, are also included. The overall design is on a beige textured background resembling a quilt pattern, conveying harmony and movement.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 46.6 x 31.7 cm (18 3/8 x 12 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.350

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: MANUEL G. RUNYAN

Wikidata ID

Q64594826

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