Coverlet c. 1936

"Coverlet" is a small, blue and white drawing by Ruth M. Barnes, created around 1936. The composition depicts a stylized tree-like form with a central trunk covered in dots and blue circular leaves sprouting from its sides. This work exemplifies Barnes’s signature style that combined geometric shapes with natural motifs. The artwork is rendered in a minimalist style and is characteristic of her interest in textile design and the decorative arts. This piece is part of a larger collection of similar drawings that explore patterns and form, and showcases Barnes’s unique aesthetic.