Object Details
maker
Barnes, Francoise
Description
“Inhibitions II,” as named by the artist, Francoise Barnes, is a quilted piece utilizing the “Log Cabin” pattern. Francoise was among the artists in the 1970s who established the Art Quilt movement in which artists use traditional and modern quilting techniques to create art. She, along with others, helped found the Quilt National, a venue for the exhibition of non-traditional quilts.
Nine 14-inch Log Cabin blocks of contrasting solid colors were assembled to create the center of this quilted piece. It is framed by a 5½-inch diagonally-pieced border. It is machine stitched and hand quilted. Vivid colors and the use of shading contribute to the overall dynamism of this 1970s example of an Art Quilt.
Location
Currently not on view
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Robert B. Stephens
date made
1979-1980
ID Number
1995.0011.07
accession number
1995.0011
catalog number
1995.0011.07
Object Name
quilt
Physical Description
fabric, cotton (overall material)
thread, cotton (overall material)
filling, cotton (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 53 in x 53 in; 135 cm x 135 cm
place made
United States: Ohio
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
Subject
Quilting
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_556254