Patchwork Quilt

1935/1942

Ralph N. Morgan

Associated Names
Ralph N. Morgan

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a series of geometric shapes, including triangles and parallelograms arranged in a diamond-like pattern. The design combines red triangles with blue diamond shapes creating a 3D effect. Varying shades of grey and brown are present in the surrounding shapes, giving the illusion of textured boxes or cubes. The triangles contain floral and textured motifs, resembling a patchwork style often seen in quilting.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43 x 42.7 cm (16 15/16 x 16 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2908

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Ralph N. Morgan

Wikidata ID

Q64619887

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