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This is a photograph of a woven textile swatch. The textile features a repetitive geometric pattern composed of interlocking rectangular and checkerboard designs. Dark blue and off-white threads are used to create the pattern, resulting in a striking contrast. The edges of the textile are slightly frayed. The overall appearance reflects traditional weaving techniques and intricate patterns. The composition shows the meticulous care and skill involved in creating detailed fabric designs.
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This is a photograph of a woven textile swatch. The textile features a repetitive geometric pattern composed of interlocking rectangular and checkerboard designs. Dark blue and off-white threads are used to create the pattern, resulting in a striking contrast. The edges of the textile are slightly frayed. The overall appearance reflects traditional weaving techniques and intricate patterns. The composition shows the meticulous care and skill involved in creating detailed fabric designs.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Blue and White Homespun

William O. Fletcher

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, pen and ink, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
overall: 24.3 x 32.4 cm (9 9/16 x 12 3/4 in.) Original IAD Object: 7 1/2" wide; 7 3/4" long
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.650
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • American
  • Greenville
Inscription

lower right in watercolor: W.O. Fletcher

NGA object ID 12859. 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.