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The sculpture depicts a decorative architectural element resembling a capital or bracket often seen in classical architecture. It features two volute-like shapes below a flat, rectangular top with rosette motifs in the center. The volutes are flanked by vertical leaf-like patterns. The sculpture is rendered in warm tones of tan and reddish-brown, giving the impression of carved stone or wood, with subtle gradients for depth. The image focuses on the intricate carvings of the sculpture against a plain background.
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The sculpture depicts a decorative architectural element resembling a capital or bracket often seen in classical architecture. It features two volute-like shapes below a flat, rectangular top with rosette motifs in the center. The volutes are flanked by vertical leaf-like patterns. The sculpture is rendered in warm tones of tan and reddish-brown, giving the impression of carved stone or wood, with subtle gradients for depth. The image focuses on the intricate carvings of the sculpture against a plain background.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Architectural Detail (Wall Brackets)

William Kieckhofel

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
overall: 35.5 x 27.9 cm (14 x 11 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.6577
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • American
  • Spanish Southwest
  • Southwest
  • architecture
  • Wall bracket
Inscription

lower right in watercolor: W. Kieckhoffel

NGA object ID 18777. 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.