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Shaker Visionary Image

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image features geometric shapes and intricate lines on a beige background. A checkerboard pattern is at the center, surrounded by circular forms with rays and stars. Above and below are symmetric designs of trees and vegetation. In the lower section, a domed building is next to a stylized path or river with an abstract boat shape. The composition is bordered with smaller circles containing abstract symbols.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
black and white photograph
Dimensions
4390 × 3309 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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