18 Printed Delaines

c. 1937

Martha Reed

Associated Names
Martha Reed

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a grid of twelve triangles, each divided diagonally to display various patterns and colors. The designs include lines, checks, waves, and organic motifs. The patterns are reminiscent of floral arrangements, woven textiles, and tiled surfaces. The intricate designs, framed by triangles, resemble decorative tiles or fabric swatches, each unique in its storytelling through color and pattern.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 37.8 × 45.1 cm (14 7/8 × 17 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.911

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: M.E. Reed

Wikidata ID

Q64596728

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