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Forsythia suspensa

Karl Blossfeldt

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a stylized plant or flower in its budding stage. The central part of the sculpture resembles a tall, slender vertical element with smaller buds extending outward on either side. The material appears weathered stone or metal with a matte finish, giving it a monochrome, grayish hue in the photograph. The sculpture's surface is textured, with visible carvings mimicking natural lines and forms of botanical subjects. The stems and buds have a sleek, elongated quality, and the overall form emphasizes vertical lines and symmetry, giving it an organic and structured appearance akin to natural flora.

Artwork Details

Date
1928
Medium
photogravure
Dimensions
7815 × 10049 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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