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Hooked Rug (Detail)

Georgine E. Mason

National Gallery of Art

The image features a small square containing abstract shapes and lines. The shapes include curved forms resembling scales or textured surfaces, with black lines outlining a path or contour. The pattern has an abstract quality akin to a patchwork quilt or mosaic, featuring earthy tones and a touch of bright blue. The textures and colors evoke the appearance of layered fabric or a natural geological formation.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3404 × 4174 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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