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non-representational pattern

[/nɒn ˌreprɪˈzenteɪʃənəl ˈpætən/]
nounpl: non-representational patterns
padrão não-representacional
1. A design, artistic composition, or visual arrangement that does not depict or refer to recognizable objects, figures, or scenes from reality; abstract pattern
The artist created a non-representational pattern using geometric shapes and bold colors.
O artista criou um padrão não-representacional usando formas geométricas e cores vibrantes.
2. In art and design, a pattern composed of abstract elements that emphasizes form, color, and composition rather than subject matter
The textile featured a non-representational pattern of intersecting lines and circles.
O tecido apresentava um padrão não-representacional de linhas e círculos que se intersectavam.
Synonyms
abstract patternnon-figurative patternabstract design
Antonyms
representational patternfigurative patternrealistic pattern

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
padrão não-representacional
Standard term used in art and design contexts
Portugal
padrão não-representacional
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in academic and artistic discourse

Related Idioms & Phrases

abstract art
non-objective design
pure abstraction
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