Materials from Quilt

c. 1936

Dorothy Posten

Associated Names
Dorothy Posten

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image contains six squares with distinct abstract patterns and shapes. The top left square shows floral-like shapes with red petals on a dark mauve background. The top right square has horizontal stripes with large stylized floral motifs in earthy tones. The middle left square displays crisscrossing diagonal lines forming a plaid pattern. The middle right square features swirling abstract ribbons with floral motifs. The bottom left square shows polka dots and abstract forms on a dark purple background. The bottom right square contains a diamond pattern in shades of brown and beige.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

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

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.986


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64555954

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