Sunshine and Shadow quilt c. 1945
anonymous
minneapolisinstituteofart
textile, cotton
natural stone pattern
geometric composition
textile
geometric pattern
abstract pattern
minimal pattern
repetition of pattern
vertical pattern
united-states
pattern repetition
cotton
layered pattern
funky pattern
"Sunshine and Shadow" is a quilt attributed to an anonymous artist, likely made in the mid-20th century. This geometric masterpiece features a central diamond shape made of hundreds of intricately pieced fabric squares in vibrant hues of pink, purple, blue, and green. The quilt showcases the traditional techniques of Amish quilting, known for its simple yet striking designs. It is currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, a testament to the enduring beauty and artistry of American folk crafts.
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Sunshine and Shadow. Trip Around the World. Grandmother’s Dream. This traditional Amish pattern goes by many evocative names. This version of the classic design features bright, saturated colors. Though Amish people lived in fairly isolated communities, their striking quilts eventually grabbed the attention of cultural outsiders, and in the 1940s a tourist market for Amish quilts started to take shape. In quilts made for sale the color combinations tend to be more vibrant and the hand-stitching less fine than in those intended for home use.
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