Coverlet

1935/1942

William Hoffman

Associated Names
William Hoffman

Artist, American, born Poland, 1883 - unknown

This is a painting of a floral pattern featuring red roses and blue accents. The artwork consists of a symmetrical design with four red roses positioned near the center, each surrounded by green leaves. Blue floral and abstract shapes occupy the corners and the spaces between the roses, adding contrast and balance to the composition. The background consists of small, closely arranged dots creating a woven texture. The signature at the bottom indicates the style of William Hoffman.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 24.3 x 35.7 cm (9 9/16 x 14 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17730

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: WM. HOFFMAN

Wikidata ID

Q64637480

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