Handwoven Coverlet

c. 1937

Cornelius Christoffels

Associated Names
Cornelius Christoffels

Artist, American, born Netherlands, 1879 - 1960

This is a painting of an embroidered textile design. The artwork shows a square piece of fabric with a symmetrical pattern in vibrant red thread against a beige background. This is in the style of traditional folk art. The composition is divided into four equal quadrants, each hosting a stylized floral motif that is reminiscent of a flower with rounded petals. Surrounding these central motifs are intricate decorative elements, such as vine-like patterns and additional floral shapes, which are all created using similar bold red embroidery. The design conveys a sense of balance and harmony, with a centrally positioned rosette tying the composition together.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.6 x 27.9 cm (14 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 79" wide; 85 1/2" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.659


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: CChristoffels.

Wikidata ID

Q64540444

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