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This is a painting of a quilt with intricate floral patterns. The quilt is composed of twelve individual squares, each featuring distinct floral motifs and arrangements. The designs incorporate vibrant colors predominantly in shades of red, green, and yellow, with intricate detailing that highlights the craftsmanship involved in creating such patterns. Surrounding the quilt's patchwork design is a red scalloped border, framing the artwork neatly. The overall arrangement and symmetry of the floral designs suggest a focus on creativity and meticulous attention to detail.
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This is a painting of a quilt with intricate floral patterns. The quilt is composed of twelve individual squares, each featuring distinct floral motifs and arrangements. The designs incorporate vibrant colors predominantly in shades of red, green, and yellow, with intricate detailing that highlights the craftsmanship involved in creating such patterns. Surrounding the quilt's patchwork design is a red scalloped border, framing the artwork neatly. The overall arrangement and symmetry of the floral designs suggest a focus on creativity and meticulous attention to detail.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Applique Quilt

Suzanne Roy

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
overall: 38.1 x 38.8 cm (15 x 15 1/4 in.) Original IAD Object: 100" long; 102" wide
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.440
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • Maryland
  • American
  • appliqué
  • quilted
Inscription

lower right in graphite: Suzanne Roy

NGA object ID 12649. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.