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Ruth M. Barnes

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an intricate pattern of alternating red and blue rectangular shapes arranged in rows and columns within a grid-like framework. The design resembles traditional woven textiles or a patchwork quilt with repeating motifs. The red shapes create larger diamond structures, while the blue sections connect them, similar to a mosaic or stained glass window. The composition is bordered, framing the artwork with a sense of completeness and symmetry.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3424 × 4895 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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