The image features a small square containing abstract shapes and lines. The shapes include curved forms resembling scales or textured surfaces, with black lines outlining a path or contour. The pattern has an abstract quality akin to a patchwork quilt or mosaic, featuring earthy tones and a touch of bright blue. The textures and colors evoke the appearance of layered fabric or a natural geological formation.

Hooked Rug (Detail)

c. 1939

Medium: watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Classification: Index of American Design
Period: 1926 to 1950
Image size: 3404 × 4174px

Description

The image features a small square containing abstract shapes and lines. The shapes include curved forms resembling scales or textured surfaces, with black lines outlining a path or contour. The pattern has an abstract quality akin to a patchwork quilt or mosaic, featuring earthy tones and a touch of bright blue. The textures and colors evoke the appearance of layered fabric or a natural geological formation.

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Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).

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