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How Does Diego Rivera Obtain Unity In The Flower Seller
the harmonious color pallet at work aids in the formation of unity. It is predominantly warm, but is accented well by the pleasing placement of the cooler colors. Another way in which Diego Rivera obtains unity in The Flower Seller is by utilizing repetition and proximity. In the painting, these two things go hand in hand. One can observe repetition in the lilies, the woman’s clothing, the ribbon around the basket, and in the weave and texture of said basket. The proximity of all of these portions of the image allow for the repetition to be more easily detected by the viewer’s eye. It allows for the creation of texture, rhythm, and pattern. Emphasis is the final principle of art and design that aid in the unification of The Flower Seller.

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