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Arthur B. Davies

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of nude figures amidst abstract vegetative forms. The image features several figures and patterns of foliage or botanical forms. The composition combines human figures in various poses with abstract shapes that suggest a natural environment. The use of lines and shading gives the piece a light, airy feel and highlights the fluidity and interaction between the components of the artwork.

Artwork Details

Date
1921
Medium
lithograph with lithotint in black on wove paper
Dimensions
4056 × 3176 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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