This animated visual imagery consists of semi-abstract figures in constant motion. The arrangements and movements of the figures in constant motion. The arrangements and movements of the figures displaying symmetries and, by implication, defining symmetry elements, developed in controlled progression from simple to more complex symmetries. Throughout, the figures obey strict mathematical principles.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
010503
Language
English
Subject categories
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Animation (Cinematography)
Crafts & Visual Arts → Graphic methods
Crafts & Visual Arts → Signs and symbols
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Mathematics - Study and teaching
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Graphic methods
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Mathematics - Study and teaching
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)