Patches from Quilt

c. 1937

Eleanor Gausser

Associated Names
Eleanor Gausser

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of nine diamond-shaped swatches of fabric arranged in a grid-like pattern on a plain background. Each swatch displays a distinct pattern, varying in color and complexity, with motifs ranging from traditional geometric designs to floral elements. These fabric samples are of differing colors, including shades of red, burgundy, pink, white, and brown. Some patterns appear intricate with repeating motifs, while others are simpler, emphasizing color contrast and shapes. A single piece of frayed fabric is positioned at the bottom center, standing out against the finished edges of the other samples. The overall arrangement suggests an exploration or study in textile pattern variations.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.3 x 23 cm (11 15/16 x 9 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.848


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: ELEANOR GAUSSER

Wikidata ID

Q64558200

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