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Calico

c. 1936

Grace Halpin

Associated Names

Grace Halpin

Artist, American, 1909 - 1978

The image shows a fabric with vertical wavy lines and abstract organic shapes resembling vines or branches in blue and white colors against a dark background. The pattern has a repetitive design that gives the impression of stylized ribbons or leafy stems.

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Artwork overview

Medium

gouache and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 27.9 x 22.5 cm (11 x 8 7/8 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.823

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64572701

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