Parchment Book Cover

1935/1942

Robert W.R. Taylor

Associated Names
Robert W.R. Taylor

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image features a composition of rectangular shapes and parallel lines arranged in a symmetrical and repetitive pattern. The abstract design resembles stylized building fronts or circuit board layouts with geometric precision. The use of vertical and horizontal lines, interspersed with smaller rectangular or square shapes, could evoke the appearance of windows or doors on a blocky structure. The color palette includes shades of red, green, and brown. The symmetric repetition from top to bottom suggests a reflective or mirrored effect, similar to mechanical schematics or blueprint designs.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 24 x 35.7 cm (9 7/16 x 14 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7949


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: RWR TAYLOR

Wikidata ID

Q64629218

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