Quilts of Gee’s Bend: Medallion and Checkered Center

The Quilts of Gee’s Bend stamps are a series of postage stamps issued by the United States Postal Service in 2006, featuring quilts created by African American women from the rural community of Gee’s Bend, Alabama. These women developed a unique style of quilt-making over several generations, using scraps of fabric and a improvisational approach that resulted in stunning and highly original designs.

The stamp series includes ten different quilts, each one a work of art in its own right. The designs range from abstract geometric patterns to bold, colorful compositions that reflect the natural beauty of the region. The stamps were created to celebrate the cultural significance of the quilts and to honor the women who created them.

The Quilts of Gee’s Bend stamps were very popular upon their release, and they continue to be highly prized by collectors and admirers of the quilting arts. They serve as a reminder of the creativity and resilience of the women of Gee’s Bend, and of the importance of preserving traditional art forms for future generations.