Patchwork Quilt (Section) c. 1938

Henry Granet made this section of a patchwork quilt with an unknown medium. A visual exploration of the elements reveals an ordered display of patterned textiles. The composition is structured around geometric shapes, where triangles and squares are placed in alternating rows, creating a balanced aesthetic. The predominant earth tones are punctuated by the rhythm of triangles that draw the eye across the artwork. Granet seems to explore the interplay between form and function. The careful arrangement of patterns suggests that the work moves beyond mere utility, and enters the domain of visual communication. We see the use of color, shape and repetition to disrupt the uniformity associated with functional objects. The quilt is transformed from a simple domestic item into a field of visual codes and cultural meanings. The piece challenges traditional assumptions about art and craft, engaging with broader discourses about value, purpose, and aesthetic experience.