Quilts of Gee’s Bend: Roman Stripes

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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.

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This stamp honors Loretta Pettway, a noted quilter from Gee’s Bend, Alabama. Her work, along with her relatives, has been recognized for its modern art aesthetic and innovative use of fabric and design.

The stamp features Pettway’s quilt, Roman Stripes/Crazy Quilt, which she created in 2000. This quilt was part of a series of quilts she made featuring a combination of bold geometric designs with a variety of fabric patterns and colors to create a unique visual effect.

Pettway’s work was brought to the public’s attention in 2002 when a touring exhibition of her work and her relatives’ quilts was presented in museums across the United States. The exhibition was widely praised for its innovative and beautiful quilts.

Pettway’s quilts have been described as “a mix of bold colors, improvisational patchwork, and bold geometric designs all woven together to create a visual tapestry.” Her quilts are a testament to her skill, creativity, and dedication to the quilting tradition. The stamp’s release is a fitting tribute to her work and her legacy.

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