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Dorothy Posten

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of various textile patterns. The image displays five distinct sections of decorative patterns typical for textiles. The top section showcases an ornate design with symmetrical elements in red, cream, and dark brown colors. Below this, two horizontal strips show different patterns; one has geometric forms with stars and stripes, while the other features a repeating lattice design. At the bottom, two square sections feature plaid designs in shades of brown, cream, red, and pink with intricate line work creating bold visual intersections.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3483 × 4274 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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