Red and White Napkin

c. 1941

Arthur G. Merkley

Associated Names
Arthur G. Merkley

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a square textile or rug with a vibrant red border and intricate patterns. The main color palette is varying shades of red, with patterns in lighter tones. A fringe of off-white is present on two sides. The textile is positioned centrally with the red fringe running along the top and bottom edges. The design is symmetrical with geometric shapes and floral motifs.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40.8 x 50.9 cm (16 1/16 x 20 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2605

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Arthur G. Merkley

Wikidata ID

Q64536593

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