Cattle Brand

c. 1936

J. Henry Marley

Associated Names
J. Henry Marley

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows bold, black, curved lines intersecting with straight lines to form an abstract composition. The shapes resemble an arch, with two legs and cross-like extensions at each end. The abstract nature of the shapes allows viewers to interpret them as familiar objects. The minimal composition against the plain background emphasizes the abstract form.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34.6 x 24.6 cm (13 5/8 x 9 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8969

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64579089

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