Calico c. 1936

"Calico," a textile design by Grace Halpin, is a striking example of a repeating pattern. The design features a dark ground with vertically aligned bands of blue and white stylized leaves. Halpin's use of repetitive motifs was a signature of her work and reflects her interest in the decorative arts. This design, created in 1936, would have been produced commercially in the early 20th century.