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Afghan

Renee A. Monfalcone

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a grid-like pattern of small, pixelated squares closely arranged to form an abstract mosaic. In the center, the design shows floral shapes with leafy extensions and white blossoms on a red background. The structure resembles cross-stitch or needlepoint designs and is complemented by a border of diagonal lines.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1941
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3139 × 3493 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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