Coverlet

c. 1937

Ruth M. Barnes

Associated Names
Ruth M. Barnes

Artist, American, 1880 - 1954

This is a drawing of a circular floral pattern. The drawing features a centrally placed large flower motif enclosed within a series of circular borders. The flower has five petals, rendered in a stippled or dotted technique. It is surrounded by a green border featuring a spotted pattern, which is encased by a brown dotted border. A thin red border outlines the entire circle. The composition is symmetrical and designed with balance and harmony, resembling needlework patterns or wallpaper designs.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gouache and watercolor on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36 x 28.1 cm (14 3/16 x 11 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.683


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Ruth M. Barnes

Wikidata ID

Q64630165

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