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Blanket (Detail)

c. 1936

Alfred Denghausen

Associated Names

Alfred Denghausen

Artist, American, c. 1907 - 1995

The image features a circular shape with radiating lines and symmetrical segments. The central circular element is surrounded by petal-like sections extending outward. Each segment is composed of neatly arranged lines emanating from the center. The color scheme includes red, yellow, and brown. Wavy and zigzag lines encircle the shape. A border at the bottom includes a zigzag and braided line.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 39.4 x 36.7 cm (15 1/2 x 14 7/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.116

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64534284

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