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Pin Cushion

Frank Maurer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a circular formation with jagged, starlike protrusions around its edges. The central design features tessellated, colorful geometric shapes that interlock seamlessly in a kaleidoscopic pattern. The arrangement resembles a star or decorative medallion often seen in mosaics or stained glass windows, set centrally within a dark circular background.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3483 × 3695 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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