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This is a drawing of a metal object with a rounded hook at the top. The drawing shows a detailed representation of a tool or part, characterized by a circular loop at the top transitioning into a curved base with two extended legs. The drawing is in pencil or charcoal, capturing shading and texture that adds depth to the object. In the background, there are additional line sketches of the same object from various angles, depicting its dimensions and structure. The drawing conveys an industrial or functional theme, focusing on the design and mechanical details of the object.
National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design
Andiron (One of Pair)
Mildred Ford
- Date
- c. 1953
- Medium
- graphite on paperboard
- Dimensions
- overall: 30.4 x 22.8 cm (11 15/16 x 9 in.) Original IAD Object: 14" high; 12 1/2" long
- Classification
- Index of American Design · Drawing
- Accession number
- 1943.8.7925
- Credit line
- Index of American Design
- Time span
- 1951 to 1975
- Department
- CG-W
Subjects and terms
- American
NGA object ID 20123. 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.