Design from a Proposed Portfolio

1935/1942

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names
Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

The image displays a vertical arrangement of abstract shapes and lines forming a symmetrical design. It includes a bird-like shape with colorful plumage at the top and various organic and geometric forms below, such as petal-like shapes and zigzag lines, connected by a vertical line. The artwork features vivid colors and stylized shapes, evoking natural elements in an abstract manner.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 46.2 x 36.3 cm (18 3/16 x 14 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.18104

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: END MOTIF COLCHA #3 / M.G. CLAFLIN - TAOS.

Wikidata ID

Q64594803

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