Name/Title
Calland Poinsettia Quilt TopEntry/Object ID
2016.005.001Description
105 strips with a printer color chart included as the border.Context
This quilt top was inspired by poinsettias on a Christmas card, the designs of Georgia O'Keeffe, and a 1920 Dresden Plate block.
When the maker, Fred Calland, passed away in 1999, the quilt was given to Hazel Carter before being donated to the museum. Fred's sister, Ann, published a book with his work.Collection
Permanent CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2016.005Source or Donor
Hazel CarterAcquisition Method
GiftMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Fred CallandRole
MakerDate made
circa 1970Place
* Untyped Place
Arlington, VirginiaColors
Color
Multi-ColorColor Notes
Mostly red and greenCondition
Overall Condition
Excellent
