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A new exhibit is coming to the San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles, July 31-October 27, 2013. Collecting New York Beauty Quilts: Bill Volckening's Passion focuses on the evolution of a unique quilt pattern-New York Beauty-and shows its many variations and modifications throughout the nineteenth to twenty-first centuries.
Comprised of approximately 35 objects (including quilts, ephemera, patterns, books, and a woven coverlet), the exhibition is centered on the New York Beauty pattern. Now over 150 years later, the New York Beauty still resonates with contemporary quilters and artists as they continue to use the challenging design paired with new fabrics to create updated versions. The graphic quality and visual appeal of these quilts will inspire visitors as will Volckening’s unique perspective and passion for collecting these amazing textiles.
Bill has shared his passion for New York Beauty quilts with TQS before. If you can't attend the exhibit in San Jose, here's a look at some of his wonderful collection. Thank you Bill for sharing with TQS and our international quilt community!
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