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Gong

Albert Rudin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a large, round metallic object that resembles a bell in the lower left area. Behind it, there is a mechanism with various components including springs and a lever, suggesting a mechanical device. The color palette consists of muted earth tones such as brown, gray, and hints of yellow. The bell is on the left side of the image while the mechanical parts are on the right side, with the background in an off-white color.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3359 × 4490 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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