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Printed Textile

c. 1938

Ralph M. Lewis

Associated Names

Ralph M. Lewis

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a geometric pattern of skewed squares forming a grid resembling a tilted chessboard. The squares alternate in color between deep red and teal, creating a woven pattern. The imperfect alignment and overlapping lines in each square suggest a handwoven textile, with the irregular grid implying individual variations of handcrafted items.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 10.2 x 14.6 cm (4 x 5 3/4 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.803

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64619848

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