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c. 1938

Cornelius Christoffels

Associated Names

Cornelius Christoffels

Artist, American, born Netherlands, 1879 - 1960

The image features a central intricate pattern of cross-stitched squares forming an abstract composition with various angular shapes and curving lines. Within the square is an abstract bird surrounded by abstract renditions of flora, including twisting green lines resembling plant stems and leaves, and red and pink shapes resembling flowers. The overall effect is reminiscent of a textile.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.6 x 26.6 cm (14 x 10 1/2 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.2117

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in blsck ink: C. Christoffels.

Wikidata ID

Q64540458

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