Applique & Patchwork Coverlet 1935 - 1942

This is a drawing of a quilt design made by George Loughridge, who lived between 1855 and 1955. Imagine Loughridge dreaming up this coverlet – the central star exploding in shades of orange, green, yellow, and pink, like a psychedelic compass. You can almost feel the artist's focus as he meticulously filled in each shape, balancing the star's radiating energy with the serene, repeating motifs of birds, blooms, and berries that frame the quilt. The border's delicate, hand-drawn quality is what I love most. Each element is rendered with such care. I can see Loughridge losing himself in the details, each tiny mark becoming a meditation on color, pattern, and form. It reminds me that artmaking is often about this very focus, which helps us make sense of the world. Loughridge’s quilt isn’t just a plan for warmth; it's a personal vision made into an art piece.