Handwoven Coverlet

c. 1936

Maud Schmid

Associated Names
Maud Schmid

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a woven textile sample. The piece features a collection of woven patterns utilizing various colors, textures, and weaves. The central area is divided into blocks with unique designs. The left section has vertical stripes in green, with hints of blue and pink. The middle area has a lattice-like pattern, and the right section has geometric motifs in blue over a contrasting background. Each pattern set is bordered, and the bottom edge has tassels in blue, green, and pink. The names "Westchester County" and "Maud Schmid" are inscribed beneath the textile sample.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.3 x 30.5 cm (8 3/4 x 12 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 89" long; 88" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.638


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: MAUD SCHMID

Wikidata ID

Q64608705

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