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Drawing for Plate 11: From the Portfolio "Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania"

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image showcases symmetrical and radial shapes forming an abstract floral design. There is a large circular shape composed of smaller petal-like forms at the center, surrounded by star-like shapes with colorful circular patterns. Below the central flower, two teardrop shapes with wavy designs align with the flower stems. The composition is against a plain background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
gouache and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3265 × 4288 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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