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Resist Print

Michael Trekur

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of floral patterns intertwined in an intricate design. The image features stylized flowers and leaves in shades of blue on a pale background. The design appears to be inspired by traditional textile patterns, possibly reminiscent of early block prints. The flowers have various petal shapes, and the leaves and stems are drawn with attention to detail, curving elegantly throughout the composition. The arrangement suggests a harmonious blend of natural forms and artistic abstraction, resulting in an aesthetically pleasing pattern.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3396 × 4423 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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