Ancient Egyptian Design Tactics

Lesson 2: 1st Steps

Take on a more demanding puzzle. Extend the lines, look for hidden parallels and governing shapes, and mark the circle centers.

1st Steps, February 27, 2003. Original: 9 × 6 inches.

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  1. 01

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  2. 02

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