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Stencilled Wall Decoration

c. 1936

Ray Holden

Associated Names

Ray Holden

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a symmetrical arrangement of curved and linear shapes in an abstract design. The top portion features crescent-like arcs, geometric shapes resembling a stylized vase, flanked by leaf shapes, and interspersed with smaller diamond and circular patterns. The patterns evoke flowers and checkerboard elements seen on a decorative object. The color palette includes muted reds and greens against a beige background, enhancing the abstract design.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 27.9 x 33.1 cm (11 x 13 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.15954

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64620059

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