Irving D. Genin

American, active c. 1935

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The image shows a large, intricately designed pitcher with a rounded body, curved handle, and a lid topped with a small decorative element. The color palette is primarily various shades of gray, giving the object a metallic appearance. Positioned centrally within a rectangular border on the page, the pitcher dominates the composition. In the lower right corner, there is a smaller sketch of the same pitcher.
Irving D. Genin, Pewter Pitcher, c. 1936, graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.13140

Pewter Pitcher

Irving D. Genin · c. 1936 · graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.13140

The image shows a drawing of a lamp. The lamp has a large round glass section at the top, an ornate leafy design just below it, and is supported by a tall, tapered stand with a broad base. The drawing is monochromatic, using shades of gray on beige paper. The lamp is centered in the drawing, with two smaller sketches at the bottom corners showing additional design details. There is a piece of tape on the left side of the page.
Irving D. Genin, Lamp, 1936, graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.12892

Lamp

Irving D. Genin · 1936 · graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.12892

The image shows a technical drawing of a mechanical object resembling a bell with handles. The drawing is in shades of gray, emphasizing the metallic appearance of the object. In the top left corner, there is a smaller inset diagram that provides an additional schematic or breakdown of the object. The object is oriented with its circular base facing towards the viewer, and two handles pointing upward.
Irving D. Genin, Lamp, 1935/1942, graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.17667

Lamp

Irving D. Genin · 1935/1942 · graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.17667