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Quilt - "Rising Sun"

c. 1936

Maud Schmid

Associated Names

Maud Schmid

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an intricate pattern formed by zigzagging lines and chevron shapes on a quilt. The design consists of vibrant geometric shapes that create a hypnotic spiral or a series of colorful arrows converging toward the center. The border features lush floral motifs, framing the quilt like a field of blooming flowers.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 22.9 x 29.7 cm (9 x 11 11/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 96" wide; 108" long
Accession Number

1943.8.407

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: MAUD SCHMID

Wikidata ID

Q64608695

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