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This is a drawing of a classical architectural column. The sketch shows a tall column with fluted sides, a decorative capital on top, and a base with steps leading to a central archway. There is also a simple line drawing of the column for elevation reference, with a ruler for scale. The shading and perspective add dimension to the design, set against a faded parchment-like background.
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This is a drawing of a classical architectural column. The sketch shows a tall column with fluted sides, a decorative capital on top, and a base with steps leading to a central archway. There is also a simple line drawing of the column for elevation reference, with a ruler for scale. The shading and perspective add dimension to the design, set against a faded parchment-like background.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Andiron

Frank Fumagalli

Date
1935/1942
Medium
graphite and watercolor on paper
Dimensions
overall: 29.6 x 22.9 cm (11 5/8 x 9 in.) Original IAD Object: 24 7/8" high
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.8826
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
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Subjects and terms

  • American
Inscription

lower right in graphite: F.FUMAGALLI

NGA object ID 21023. 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.