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Needlework

Lena Nastasi

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an abstract floral design. The drawing features a flower composed of circular shapes connected by intricate lines. The flower includes petal-like circles surrounding a central core, each embellished with a dotted pattern. Two leaves diverge from the stem with detailed circular motifs. The design is precise and symmetrical, emphasizing the arrangement of shapes and patterns reminiscent of lacework. The drawing is in black ink on a light background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3384 × 4224 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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