Edith Magnette

American, 1869-1947?

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The image is a repeating pattern featuring portraits of a historical figure framed within oval borders. Each portrait displays only the upper body, showing the head and shoulders of the individual in a forward-facing position with slightly turned shoulders. The person depicted has a solemn expression, a prominent nose, narrow eyes, white hair styled in a historical powdered wig fashion, and is dressed in a dark coat with a high collar and a white ruffled shirt. The background has vine-like designs with small leaves, and red shield-like shapes with the word "PEACE" and scales for balance. The year "1776" is inscribed above each portrait.
Edith Magnette, Chintz with Portraits of George Washington, c. 1939, watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.843

Chintz with Portraits of George Washington

Edith Magnette · c. 1939 · watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.843

This image shows a painting of a richly textured quilt with intricate floral and leaf patterns. The quilt is made up of square sections with embossed designs of botanical elements such as stems, leaves, and flowers. Dark blue floral motifs separate each square, resembling four-petaled flowers. In the center, there is an embroidered inscription "G.P. 1826". The edges of the quilt are fringed, creating depth and texture. Shadows and highlights give the quilt a three-dimensional quality. The style of the artwork focuses on realistic depictions of fabric and texture.
Edith Magnette, Quilt, c. 1942, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2778

Quilt

Edith Magnette · c. 1942 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2778

The image shows a folded piece of fabric with a geometric pattern of squares and circles woven together. The color palette consists of muted browns, blues, and creams. The fabric is positioned with one corner flipped over to reveal the pattern on both the front and back sides, lying diagonally from the bottom left to the top right, with the edge slightly frayed.
Edith Magnette, Woven Coverlet, c. 1941, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2785

Woven Coverlet

Edith Magnette · c. 1941 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2785

The image displays a layout with various geometric and organic shapes on a neutral background. In the center is an abstract representation of a bird outlined in red lines, with stars in a circular pattern surrounding it. Red circular motifs resembling woven wreaths are seen on the corners and edges, interspersed with green leaf-like shapes. Above the bird are the letters "C. A. C." and below are the numbers "1853".
Edith Magnette, Quilt, c. 1941, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2752

Quilt

Edith Magnette · c. 1941 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2752

The image shows a ring of flowers and foliage surrounding an empty central space. The background is textured. The color palette includes pastels, natural hues, and bursts of red and orange. The floral arrangement forms a symmetrical oval wreath extending around the edges of the image, leaving the center empty.
Edith Magnette, Crewel Embroidery for Table, 1941, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2738

Crewel Embroidery for Table

Edith Magnette · 1941 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2738

This is a painting of a colorful patchwork quilt. The image depicts a quilt composed of various patterned and textured patches. Each patch section is detailed with embroidery featuring floral designs. The patches come in different colors, including reds, blues, browns, purples, and ivory, and are edged with contrasting stitching. The quilt pieces include plaid patterns, floral themes, and stripes. The entire composition presents an array of textures and styles unified in this quilted artwork. This is in the style of a folk or traditional quilting art piece.
Edith Magnette, Crazy Quilt, c. 1940, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2751

Crazy Quilt

Edith Magnette · c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2751

This is a painting of a quilt design. The quilt consists of a 3x3 grid of squares, each containing intricate geometric patterns and motifs. The background of each square alternates between a pale pink and off-white color. Each square features a round mandala-like motif with pieced shapes like triangles, stars, and other intricate patterns. Some squares include quilt motifs with subdued elements like flowers, hearts, and birds sitting atop a basket. The patterns are symmetrical, with a mix of floral and geometric designs, showcasing precision and creativity. This painting represents traditional quilt design art, emphasizing the craft of quilting.
Edith Magnette, Wheel of Fortune Quilt, c. 1940, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2749

Wheel of Fortune Quilt

Edith Magnette · c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2749

This is a drawing of a decorative quilt or textile design. The artwork displays a scene featuring houses, trees, and figures in flowing dresses at the edges of a rectangular border. The scene is symmetrically designed with four houses at each corner. Soft pastel colors like pink, purple, blue, and green dominate the scene. The figures hold umbrellas and there is a picket fence in the design. The design is enclosed within a light blue border, suggesting it may be intended as a decorative textile piece.
Edith Magnette, Table Cover, 1940, watercolor and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2575

Table Cover

Edith Magnette · 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2575

This is a painting of a floral and leaf pattern with vertical arrangement. The artwork consists of intricate patterns featuring flowers and leaves, arranged in vertical stripes. The design utilizes a harmonious combination of colors such as reds, pinks, blues, and browns. The botanical elements are detailed and varied, with different types of flowers and flowing leafy motifs. The repeating pattern suggests a wallpaper or textile design, characterized by its symmetry and elaborate detail.
Edith Magnette, Printed Cotton, c. 1939, watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.842

Printed Cotton

Edith Magnette · c. 1939 · watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.842

The image shows a brown apron with floral patterns and pockets sewn onto its surface. The apron has embroidery accents in red, purple, and green, including flowers. It is centered with waistband strings extending outward, and the floral embroidery is displayed along the bottom and near the pockets of the apron. The scalloped edges have a green outline that complements the floral designs.
Edith Magnette, Sewing Apron, c. 1939, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.2819

Sewing Apron

Edith Magnette · c. 1939 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.2819