Applique Quilt

1935/1942

Mildred E. Bent

Associated Names
Mildred E. Bent

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a symmetrical arrangement with four square sections, each containing abstract shapes resembling leaves or starfish in a circular formation. The background has a softly patterned texture resembling waves or ripples. The leaf-like shapes are in green tones, contrasting with the surrounding muted colors. The design resembles a quilt or textile art, with interconnected organic forms in each quadrant.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 32.8 x 32.1 cm (12 15/16 x 12 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.380

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64614714

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