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Chest Design

Etna Wiswall

National Gallery of Art

The image displays swirling lines and circular shapes in an abstract composition. A central black silhouette resembling a horse is surrounded by ornate floral and spiral designs. The surrounding area contains abstract spirals, rounded flower-like motifs in orange and blue, and shapes hinting at a chapel or house with a tower. Additionally, a shape resembling a person holding a large flower is present. Repetitive curvilinear designs fill the borders of the composition.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
5037 × 3098 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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