Design from a Proposed Portfolio

1935/1942

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names
Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

The image displays an arrangement of abstract shapes and lines, with fluid, curving forms suggesting petals and leaves. These shapes resemble stylized, abstract interpretations of flowers and foliage, with symmetrical motifs. The bold lines and fill colors in red, yellow, blue, and green form patterns akin to flower blossoms and stems, resulting in a floral-themed piece connected to garden or botanical imagery. The overall composition is balanced and decorative, depicting an organic and abstract representation of nature.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 46.2 x 36.2 cm (18 3/16 x 14 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.18105


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: DETAIL MOTIFS - COLCHA #3 / M.G. CLAFLIN - TAOS.

Wikidata ID

Q64594805

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