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The image displays a pattern of geometric shapes and lines consisting of interconnected squares and rectangles in a checkered design. The contrasting colors highlight the grid-like structure, resembling a classic tartan or plaid fabric. The use of different colors creates visual texture and depth.
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The image displays a pattern of geometric shapes and lines consisting of interconnected squares and rectangles in a checkered design. The contrasting colors highlight the grid-like structure, resembling a classic tartan or plaid fabric. The use of different colors creates visual texture and depth.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

[Coverlet - section]

Cornelius Christoffels

Date
1935/1942
Medium
ink over graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
sheet: 27.94 × 35.98 cm (11 × 14 3/16 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
2022.33.6
Credit line
Gift of Laura E. Young
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record
Provenance

Curated TX, Austin (a home consignment shop); purchased by Laura Young, 2021; gift to NGA, 2022.

Inscription

"C. Christoffels" lower right margin, graphite.

Marks

None.

Watermarks

None.

NGA object ID 224247. 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.