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The image displays a complex arrangement of shapes and lines in horizontal bands, forming an intricate pattern. It features star-like shapes and diamond motifs resembling decorative sewing patterns. The background is colorful with sections of red, green, yellow, and brown. Handwritten text is present across the bands, adding complexity to the composition. The overall design could be reminiscent of a textile pattern or woven fabric, detailed and elaborate.
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The image displays a complex arrangement of shapes and lines in horizontal bands, forming an intricate pattern. It features star-like shapes and diamond motifs resembling decorative sewing patterns. The background is colorful with sections of red, green, yellow, and brown. Handwritten text is present across the bands, adding complexity to the composition. The overall design could be reminiscent of a textile pattern or woven fabric, detailed and elaborate.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Bedspread

Margery Parish

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
overall: 55.8 x 70 cm (21 15/16 x 27 9/16 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.13745
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
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Subjects and terms

  • American
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lower right in watercolor: M. PARISH

NGA object ID 25836. 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.