Ecru leaves sketched on light to dark grey ground

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Kyrmo, 20th century

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Gift of Richard Simmonsexpand_more  98.273.32

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Line and shape are key elements in pattern development, but we often forget how much a designer can communicate through the use of color. In this rather somber use of color the viewer can easily imagine a cold blustery November day where the last leaves of the year have fallen on a gray cobble stone path. Consider, though, if you were looking at a cheery green toned version of this same pattern; wouldn't you be tempted to see an ivy covered wall proclaiming the joy of Spring'

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Kyrmo
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98.273.32
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Ecru leaves sketched on light to dark grey ground

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