Quilt Patches

c. 1937

Dorothy Posten

Associated Names
Dorothy Posten

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image is composed of six rectangular panels arranged in a grid pattern. Each panel displays distinct abstract designs. The top left panel features green and white intersecting lines with small red dots. The top right panel is dominantly blue with abstract white linework including feather-like shapes. The middle left panel shows black circles on a white background. The middle right panel has a yellow background with red stars and zigzagging lines. The bottom left panel displays blue floral shapes on a white background. The bottom right panel consists of horizontal brown and tan stripes with linear dotted patterns. The designs suggest connections to textiles, nature, and everyday objects.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.9 x 22.9 cm (11 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.990


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64555961

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