Homespun Coverlet

c. 1937

Alexander Chudom

Associated Names
Alexander Chudom

Artist, American, born Russia, 1886 - 1969

This is a drawing of an intricate textile design. The drawing shows a square textile pattern featuring a red and beige color scheme. The central image is of a stylized eagle with outstretched wings in red against a beige background. The eagle is holding a shield-like object in its talons. Surrounding the eagle are ornamental floral and geometric patterns. There is a section with diagonal squares creating a checkered pattern in the top left corner. The pattern is framed by a border of alternating floral motifs. The drawing has a historical and decorative appearance, reminiscent of traditional fabric designs used in heraldry or ceremonial textiles.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.7 x 28 cm (14 1/16 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 72" long; 60" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.673


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: A. Chudom

Wikidata ID

Q64534149

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