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Mirror of Illusion

Arthur B. Davies

National Gallery of Art

The image shows elongated, curving lines and faint silhouettes forming an abstract composition. The figures are reminiscent of human forms, like a line of people moving in synchrony. The abstract piece features blurred lines, indistinct outlines, and shapes resembling waves or flowing fabric, adding to the dynamic movement of the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1916
Medium
drypoint with softground etching and roulette in black on laid paper
Dimensions
4000 × 3085 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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