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Decoy (Red-Wing Black Bird)

Charles Garjian

National Gallery of Art

The image features a central elongated form with smooth, curving outlines that taper at the ends. This drawing can be likened to the silhouette of a stylized bird or fish viewed from the side, with additional simple curved lines creating a suggestion of wings or fins. The minimalistic design emphasizes the elegance of the form, capturing the essence of a natural object while maintaining an abstract quality.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3362 × 4018 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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