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Chest Design

1935/1942

Etna Wiswall

Associated Names

Etna Wiswall

Artist, American, 1898 - 1975

The image displays swirling lines and circular shapes in an abstract composition. A central black silhouette resembling a horse is surrounded by ornate floral and spiral designs. The surrounding area contains abstract spirals, rounded flower-like motifs in orange and blue, and shapes hinting at a chapel or house with a tower. Additionally, a shape resembling a person holding a large flower is present. Repetitive curvilinear designs fill the borders of the composition.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 42 x 66.2 cm (16 9/16 x 26 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.16635

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64560027

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