Variation on Pink Spice c. mid 19th century

textile, cotton

pattern heavy

random pattern

textile

organic pattern

repetition of pattern

vertical pattern

united-states

pattern repetition

cotton

layered pattern

funky pattern

combined pattern

repetitive pattern

"Variation on Pink Spice" is an anonymous American quilt, likely created in the mid-19th century. The quilt features a vibrant yellow background with a repeating pattern of stylized flowers in shades of pink, red and grey. The intricate detail and symmetry of the design, as well as the use of hand-stitching, speaks to the skill and dedication of the unknown artist. This piece of American folk art is a testament to the creativity and ingenuity of the time, and it provides a glimpse into the history of textile art.

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minneapolisinstituteofart about 1 year ago

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Traditional quilts are bed covers made up of three layers: a decorative top, an unseen middle filling layer that acts as an insulator for warmth, and a bottom cloth. These three layers are sewn together with small stitches that add to the decorative effect and create a unified whole. Considerable artistry and technical skill are required and today many artists are using the quilt media to create spectacular wall hangings. Frequently, small pieces of fabric left over from other sewing projects are sewn together in a decorative pattern to created a quilt top. This is both a challenging and effective way to add beauty to one’s home. Less economical, and therefore often considered more valuable and reserved for special occasions, are appliqué quilts which require layers of fabric to create the design. Appliqué patterns are frequently inspired by floral imagery and many fanciful names are used to describe individual designs.