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Patchwork Square

c. 1936

Mabel Ritter

Associated Names

Mabel Ritter

Artist, American, 1907 - 1987

The image displays a grid of diamond shapes with warm colors and intricate textures. The diamonds create a balanced and symmetrical pattern against a plain background. The design resembles a patchwork quilt.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite, colored pencil, and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 25.4 x 36.2 cm (10 x 14 1/4 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.15043

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64594552

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