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Katherine Hastings

National Gallery of Art

The image contains geometric shapes and organic lines arranged in an abstract pattern. Dark blue symmetrical motifs resembling foliage or floral forms are intertwined with red diamond shapes and linear patterns. Rectangular sections suggest traditional fabric motifs reminiscent of quilt patterns or wallpaper. The repetition and symmetry create systematic structures similar to textile designs or tiled surfaces. A corner of the image gives the appearance of being folded over, adding layers to the visual.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3388 × 4631 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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