Coverlet (Section)

c. 1940

Cornelius Christoffels

Associated Names
Cornelius Christoffels

Artist, American, born Netherlands, 1879 - 1960

The image displays a rectangular section with intricate patterns consisting of curved and spiky lines. The shapes within this rectangle resemble natural elements like leaves and flowers interwoven in a harmonious design. The combination of red and blue hues gives the piece an appearance similar to traditional textile or decorative wallpaper. The arrangement suggests symmetry and repetition commonly found in decorative crafts or upholstery.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.6 x 26.5 cm (14 x 10 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3293

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: C. Christoffels.

Wikidata ID

Q64540486

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