Applique Quilt

c. 1936

Madeline Arnold

Associated Names
Madeline Arnold

Artist, American, 1915 - 2005

The image shows a handkerchief with a floral pattern. The design includes red and pink flowers with green stems and leaves arranged diagonally across the handkerchief. The flowers have a stylized look with a mix of vibrant colors and dots against a grey leaf-patterned background. The handkerchief has red and green bands defining its borders. The composition appears balanced with the floral motifs creating rhythm across the fabric.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.7 x 28 cm (14 1/16 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 98" long; 98" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.384

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64594557

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