Shaker Visionary Image

1935/1942

Orville Cline

Associated Names
Orville Cline

Artist, American, 1910 - 1998

The image displays a collection of shapes and lines arranged in a symmetrical and layered pattern, creating an abstract composition. It features large circles shaded in blue and red at the center, resembling celestial bodies. Bird motifs, branches, floral forms, a heart shape with intricate detailing, a spinning wheel, and a goblet are also part of the composition, connecting abstract shapes with familiar objects.

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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1950

  • Christensen, Erwin O., The Index of American Design, New York: 1950, p. 14, no. 26.

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Orville Cline

Wikidata ID

Q64618673

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