Textile: Technique Demonstration

1935/1942

Cornelius Christoffels

Associated Names
Cornelius Christoffels

Artist, American, born Netherlands, 1879 - 1960

The image depicts a vertical sequence of rectangles. Each rectangle contains a grid of organized shapes that evolve in complexity and color from top to bottom. The top rectangle labeled "I" has a simple grid of thin black lines on a white background. Going down to "II," the grid features abstract patterns of red and tan. In "III," light blue layers add depth to the evolving design. "VI" showcases an intricate pattern with red, tan, and blue colors, resembling a patchwork quilt or mosaic. The final rectangle, "VI," presents a complex abstract image combining all previous elements into a dense and vibrant design reminiscent of textiles or tiled floors.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.5 x 24.6 cm (14 x 9 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3252


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: C. Christoffels.

Wikidata ID

Q64540482

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