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Arester Earl
1892–1988
United States
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Biography
Arester Earl (1892–1988) was an African-American quilter. Her quilts incorporated appliquéd, stuffed charms, vibrant colors, and fabric crosses arranged in patterns reflecting African spirituality and folklore.
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