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The image displays a pattern of diagonal lines and geometric shapes forming a symmetrical, X-shaped design. The composition features smaller rectangles and triangles in various colors, such as red, blue, green, and gold. The lines and shapes create a patchwork effect that guides the viewer's eye across the vibrant, multi-colored mosaic.
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The image displays a pattern of diagonal lines and geometric shapes forming a symmetrical, X-shaped design. The composition features smaller rectangles and triangles in various colors, such as red, blue, green, and gold. The lines and shapes create a patchwork effect that guides the viewer's eye across the vibrant, multi-colored mosaic.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Bedspread

Esther Hansen

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
overall: 55.5 x 52.3 cm (21 7/8 x 20 9/16 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.2837
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • American
  • pieced
Inscription

lower right in graphite: E. Hansen

NGA object ID 15046. 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.