Pin Cushion

c. 1938

Eva Wilson

Associated Names
Eva Wilson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image features a central square composed of intricate, interlocking blue shapes arranged in a grid pattern. The square is bordered by complex, feathery gray lines that radiate outward. The pattern evokes the appearance of a softly cushioned pillow or decorative quilt. The combination of blues and grays creates a harmonious balance, with the outer feathery pattern expanding from the structured center. There is a smaller, similar pattern in the lower right corner.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 42.5 x 32.9 cm (16 3/4 x 12 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.13272

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Eva Wilson.

Wikidata ID

Q64560995

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