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Artists Reimagining the Collection
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Quilt Block Pattern

c. 1937

Charlotte Angus

Associated Names

Charlotte Angus

Artist, American, 1911 - 1989

The image shows angular shapes and lines arranged within a square, creating an abstract design. Three red star-like shapes with pointed edges and green triangular elements are present, resembling stylized flowers on stems with leaves. The arrangement of the shapes suggests a bouquet of tulips or lilies.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 39.9 x 38 cm (15 11/16 x 14 15/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.448

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: CHARLOTTE ANGUS

Wikidata ID

Q64539650

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