Pair of Satin Pillow Shams

c. 1936

Sebastian Simonet

Associated Names
Sebastian Simonet

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a square textile with intricate designs, including a large central pattern of intersecting diagonals dividing the space into four quadrants, each containing floral motifs. The colors present are soft pastels like blue, green, yellow, and pink, complemented by the neutral tone of the lace border framing the textile. The floral motifs are symmetrically positioned within each quadrant, with pairs of flowers diagonally mirrored across the center, and a delicate lace trim encircles the entire piece.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 33 x 25.4 cm (13 x 10 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 34 1/2" high; 34 1/4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.14998

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64630694

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