Valance (Detail)

c. 1941

Marion Gaylord

Associated Names
Marion Gaylord

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is an image of an embroidered floral pattern on fabric. The artwork features colorful flowers embroidered across a light beige fabric background. The composition includes a central flower with yellow petals and a deep blue central stalk, surrounded by curving vines of floral motifs in shades of blue, red, yellow, and green. The arrangement showcases the detailing of each flower and leaf. The piece has an organic layout emphasizing the beauty of floral designs through delicate embroidery. This is in the style of folk or traditional embroidery art.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 38.1 x 55.9 cm (15 x 22 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 114" long; 10 1/4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2509


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64595333

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