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Dorothy Posten

National Gallery of Art

The image contains six squares with distinct abstract patterns and shapes. The top left square shows floral-like shapes with red petals on a dark mauve background. The top right square has horizontal stripes with large stylized floral motifs in earthy tones. The middle left square displays crisscrossing diagonal lines forming a plaid pattern. The middle right square features swirling abstract ribbons with floral motifs. The bottom left square shows polka dots and abstract forms on a dark purple background. The bottom right square contains a diamond pattern in shades of brown and beige.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3434 × 4287 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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