Feather Stitching c. 1937

"Feather Stitching" is a c. 1937 work by American artist Gordena Jackson. This colorful watercolor on paper shows a sample chart of stitching patterns that appear as stylized borders. Jackson's work, often featuring decorative motifs, is often categorized as "American Design" which broadly encompasses work by artists interested in textile patterns and the visual language of American culture.