Printed Swatches

1941

Mary C. Davidson

Associated Names
Mary C. Davidson

Artist, American, 1892 - 1973

This is a painting of four fabric swatches with floral patterns. Each swatch is a small rectangular section featuring different designs and colors, displayed against a plain background. The top left swatch has a dark backdrop with floral motifs in off-white and red. The top right swatch has a purple background with light lavender foliage and small white flowers. The bottom left swatch presents a burgundy hue with berry and branch patterns. The bottom right swatch exhibits a brown base with outlined leaves and small flowers. Each swatch highlights textile patterns and design elements used for reference purposes.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 23 cm (11 x 9 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.793


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Mary C. Davidson

Wikidata ID

Q64607617

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