Alhambra series: Confetti over Rio

Alhambra series: Confetti over Rio – exhibition

Alhambra series: Confetti over Rio – final

Alhambra series: Confetti over Rio – detail

Alhambra series
Format: 118 cm x 118 cm – 3ft 10in x 3ft 10in
Weight: 0.610 g – 1 lb 6 oz
Date: 2002
No. 94.2002.1

Technique: Hand-assembled and quilted textiles.
Based on the geometry of two mosaic quadrangles at the Alhambra in Grenada.
376 pieces

Description: A carnival theme featuring masks and duality, bright colours contrasting harlequin clowns and a confetti-dotted sky.

The lacy edge follows the contours of the geometric base, affording a glimpse of the triple thickness and explaining the impression of floating.

Exhibitions
Bouc Bel Air Castle 2002 – France
Manufacture des tabacs, Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University 2013 – France