This image depicts an ornate metal structure featuring a large finial atop a decorative support or andiron. The finial is detailed with multiple spherical and conical shapes stacked vertically, leading to a pointed top. The supporting structure has ornate legs ending in rounded feet with elegantly curled extensions. A filigree-like metal section, possibly functioning as a grill or guard, is intricately patterned with symmetrical shapes and curves. A smaller technical schematic displays dimensions in inches. The name "James O' Mara" is inscribed along the lower portion of the drawing, and a note indicates it was created by Hans Hoesch.
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This image depicts an ornate metal structure featuring a large finial atop a decorative support or andiron. The finial is detailed with multiple spherical and conical shapes stacked vertically, leading to a pointed top. The supporting structure has ornate legs ending in rounded feet with elegantly curled extensions. A filigree-like metal section, possibly functioning as a grill or guard, is intricately patterned with symmetrical shapes and curves. A smaller technical schematic displays dimensions in inches. The name "James O' Mara" is inscribed along the lower portion of the drawing, and a note indicates it was created by Hans Hoesch.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Andiron

Hans Korsch

Date
c. 1953
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 30.5 x 22.9 cm (12 x 9 in.) Original IAD Object: 22 1/2" high; 23" long
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.7931
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1951 to 1975
Department
CG-W

Subjects and terms

  • American
Inscription

lower left in black ink: JAMES O'MARA; lower right in black ink: COPIED BY HANS KORSCH

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