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This is a drawing of a wrought iron fence design. The image includes detailed line drawings showing the plan and elevation view of a decorative wrought iron fence and gate, featuring intricate scrollwork and patterns. The top portion of the image includes two blueprints - one showing the gate from a side view with measurements, while the other outlines a segment of the fence. Below the blueprints, there is an artistic depiction of the wrought iron design showcasing a symmetrical pattern with ornate swirls and spikes common in classic wrought iron fences. The layout is clean and precise, emphasizing the craftsmanship involved in designing such a fence.
National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design
Balcony Railing
Al Curry
- Date
- 1935/1942
- Medium
- pen and ink on paper
- Dimensions
- overall: 29.3 x 22.3 cm (11 9/16 x 8 3/4 in.)
- Classification
- Index of American Design · Drawing
- Accession number
- 1943.8.16980
- Credit line
- Index of American Design
- Time span
- 1926 to 1950
- Department
- CG-W
Subjects and terms
- Louisiana
- American
NGA object ID 29071. 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.