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Pillow Sham

Edna C. Rex

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a rectangular form bordered by zigzag lines that encapsulate a series of parallel vertical lines within. The composition appears abstract, with a sense of neatly arranged rows of strings or vertical blinds framed within a patterned outline. The uniformity and repetition of lines convey an impression of order and precision, while the zigzag border adds a decorative element.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
graphite on paper
Dimensions
3421 × 4112 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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