Silk Applique Quilt

c. 1936

Mildred Prince

Associated Names
Mildred Prince

Artist, American, 1889 - 1953

The image shows a vertical arrangement of curved lines forming an abstract vine-like pattern. Along these lines are shapes resembling leaves and flower buds, with the leaves in a dark hue and the buds in red. The design gives the impression of a plant climbing upwards, suggesting a stylized representation of nature, creating a rhythmic visual in floral motifs.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36 x 26.1 cm (14 3/16 x 10 1/4 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 87" wide; 94" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15080


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64614830

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