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D.P. Jones

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a series of curved and scalloped lines on a rectangular canvas. In an abstract representation, the central shape resembles a stylized flower with swirling, leaf-like extensions on either side. The use of muted earth tones and a symmetrical layout evokes an elegant, decorative wall frieze. At the top center, there's a circular, textured element.

Artwork Details

Date
1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
5191 × 2903 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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