Compare the ovoid forms on these four boxes. One is very rounded, the others more elongated and angular. Note the different eye forms. The rounded ovoids have a 'salmon trouts head' form, while the elongated eye ovoids have a 'double eye' form. What is the overall effect of each shape as it modifies the composition?
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This beautiful chest has a variety of ovoid forms. Compare the four sides. Compare the front and back to the sides. At first glance, they designs look the same - but there are differences. The top two designs are the more complex front and back. Look for the differences in the center near the bottom. The U forms on the bottom two end designs are quite different.
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