Bertha’s work is defined by its modernism sensibility — an enduring influence on generations that followed. Most artists are dead; following is a declaration of love.
"Quilt Show" Quilt
Designed and made by Bertha Stenge (American, 1891–1957) Quilted by Maud Sielbeck Chicago, Illinois, United States
"Victory Quilt"
Bertha Stenge (American, 1891–1957) Quilted by Maud Sielbeck Chicago, Illinois, United States
"American Holidays" Quilt
Bertha Stenge (American, 1891–1957) Chicago, Illinois, United States
"Toby Lil" Quilt
Two Dancers
Fragment
France
Panel (Furnishing Fabric)
Printed at Bannister Hall Print Works (English, active 1799-1840) Preston, Lancashire, England
Panel
Amorini et Medallions (Cupid and Medallions) (Furnishing Fabric)
Designed by Jean Baptiste Huet (French, 1745–1811) Manufactured by Christophe-Philippe Oberkampf (naturalized French, 1738-1815), Oberkampf Manufactory (French, 1760-1843) Jouy-en-Josas, France
Sample Book (Furnishing Fabric)
England or United States
England
India
Quilt Squares
United States