Coverlet-Applique Quilt c. 1937

Manuel G. Runyan's *Coverlet-Applique Quilt* (c. 1937) is a watercolor design for a quilt, featuring a repeating geometric pattern of yellow and teal leaves. The design is framed by a white border, with Runyan's signature in the lower left corner. Runyan, a prolific artist who worked in various mediums including oil painting, watercolor, and pastel, also designed numerous quilt patterns, which were often inspired by nature. The use of watercolor in *Coverlet-Applique Quilt* highlights the delicate details of Runyan's design and showcases the intricate nature of his approach to quilt pattern design. The pattern is a testament to the artist's commitment to the beauty of traditional American craft.