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Open today 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Admission is always free

6th and Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20565

Sculpture Garden Extended Hours

Open late until 8:00 p.m. on select nights
Through September 5
Exhibitions & Events
America’s 250th

Celebrating American art and artists
Art & Artists
Open Call

Artists Reimagining the Collection
Meet the 50 makers selected from more than 1,600 submissions

Textile

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names

American 20th Century

Artist

The image shows parallel horizontal lines with varying thicknesses and shading, arranged abstractly to create rectangular bands resembling sections of woven fabric. Some areas feature intricate detailing reminiscent of fabric textures. The lines come together to form an abstract representation resembling a complex patchwork or schematic drawing of woven cloth. The composition conveys continuity, repetition, and the appearance of a textile design magnified.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 66 x 51 cm (26 x 20 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.13756

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535142

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