Patchwork Crib Quilt

1935/1942

Jules Lefevere

Associated Names
Jules Lefevere

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a quilt design. The artwork depicts a quilt composed of patterned squares and triangles. The quilt features various patterns including florals, stripes, checks, and solids in colors like browns, blues, pinks, and greens. The border consists of small triangles in a chevron pattern. The central part has an intricate arrangement creating a symmetrical design that divides the quilt into quadrants. The use of patterns and colors suggests a traditional style typical of American folk art.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.5 x 22.4 cm (11 5/8 x 8 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2871


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: J. Z. LEFEVRE

Wikidata ID

Q64591611

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