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Ceiling of Baptistry Niche, Mission Dolores

Hilda Olson

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a geometric shape composed of zigzag lines and sharp angles, creating a trapezoidal form with a three-dimensional appearance. The shape is adorned with a multicolored patchwork-like pattern that includes shades of blue, red, yellow, and brown. The design evokes the appearance of a folded piece of fabric or a quilt draped over a structure. The play of colors and zigzag lines adds depth and texture to the abstract representation.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4854 × 3336 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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