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This is a painting of an ornate hook or latch. The image features a three-dimensional depiction of a decorative object designed with intricate detail. The object resembles a historical or antique hook or latch, with round protrusions along its length and an animalistic form. The top part splits into two horn-like extensions, while the sides feature stylized feet or handles. The object is centrally placed against a plain, light background. The style is meticulous, detailed realism, evoking a sense of antique craftsmanship.
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This is a painting of an ornate hook or latch. The image features a three-dimensional depiction of a decorative object designed with intricate detail. The object resembles a historical or antique hook or latch, with round protrusions along its length and an animalistic form. The top part splits into two horn-like extensions, while the sides feature stylized feet or handles. The object is centrally placed against a plain, light background. The style is meticulous, detailed realism, evoking a sense of antique craftsmanship.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Bootjack

William McAuley

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
overall: 35.1 x 26.4 cm (13 13/16 x 10 3/8 in.) Original IAD Object: 8" long; 4" wide
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.2007
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

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  • American
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lower right in watercolor: McAuley

NGA object ID 14216. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.