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c. 1937

Isidore Steinberg

Associated Names

Isidore Steinberg

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image features interconnected lines and shapes forming an abstract design resembling a zigzagging structure. It includes repeating geometric shapes, with a prominent rectangular shape near the top. The drawing gives a sense of movement as though the assembly is in a dynamic state of opening or closing.

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Artwork overview

Medium

pen and ink on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 29 x 22.8 cm (11 7/16 x 9 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.3088

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64578884

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