Patchwork Quilt 1935 - 1942

This ‘Patchwork Quilt,’ was made by Ray Price, who lived a long life between 1855 and 1995. Imagine those hands carefully piecing together each geometric block, a dance of patterns and colors forming a captivating optical illusion. There's something so tender about this work, isn't there? I imagine Price, lost in the tactile pleasure of the fabric, arranging and rearranging until a new visual harmony emerges. Each stitch is a deliberate mark, a moment of contemplation. The central wreath and inscription add a layer of sentiment, a gesture of admiration woven into the fabric itself. And as you move closer, you can almost feel the echoes of countless other quilts, each one a testament to the enduring power of creativity and community. I think Price and other quilters are in a continuous, silent dialogue across generations.