Materials from Quilt

c. 1936

Dorothy Posten

Associated Names
Dorothy Posten

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of six different textile patterns arranged in a grid. Each pattern is distinct and represents a different design and color scheme. The top left pattern features a red floral motif on a light background, bordered by a zigzag line. The top right pattern is predominantly blue with abstract motifs in yellow. The middle left pattern comprises pink flowers and leaves against a black background. The middle right pattern is a minimalistic design featuring a black chain-like border on a white background. The bottom left pattern is a series of stylized hearts and floral motifs in shades of red and green on a white background. The bottom right pattern is an intricate arrangement of red lines and circles over a pale background. The drawing showcases a variety of styles from floral to geometric, demonstrating a range of textile design possibilities.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.5 x 27.9 cm (14 x 11 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.970


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64555944

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