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a Cornus Nuttallii; b Cornus Nuttallii; c Acer

Karl Blossfeldt

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of detailed bark and twig segments. The image includes three separate black and white photographs stacked vertically, each showing a close-up view of different twig and branch sections. The top photograph shows a twig with textured wraps and bumps, the middle photograph features a branch with a forked twig extending out, and the bottom photograph displays the pointed end of a branch. The images highlight the natural texture, layering, and form of woody plant material.

Artwork Details

Date
1928
Medium
photogravure
Dimensions
7750 × 9975 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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