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The image shows elongated and curved shapes intersecting and projecting outward, forming an intricate formation. The design resembles a bent rod or hook, evoking tools or mechanical components. The smooth, metallic texture of the shapes adds an industrial feel, suggesting something mechanical or functional.
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The image shows elongated and curved shapes intersecting and projecting outward, forming an intricate formation. The design resembles a bent rod or hook, evoking tools or mechanical components. The smooth, metallic texture of the shapes adds an industrial feel, suggesting something mechanical or functional.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Andiron (one of pair)

Filippo Porreca

Date
c. 1938
Medium
graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 28.2 x 22.5 cm (11 1/8 x 8 7/8 in.) Original IAD Object: 17" high
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.8232
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • New Bedford
  • American
Inscription

lower left in graphite: Filippo Porreca

NGA object ID 20430. 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.