John H. Tercuzzi

American, active c. 1935

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The image displays a wall-mounted sconce with a bowl-like shape. It is ornate, golden, and has a metallic appearance with shades of gold and bronze. The sconce is positioned on the right side of the image against an off-white background.
John H. Tercuzzi, Lamp Bracket, c. 1942, watercolor and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8892

Lamp Bracket

John H. Tercuzzi · c. 1942 · watercolor and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8892
The image shows a large chandelier with a central ornate bowl and two cylindrical structures extending out horizontally on either side, each topped with a decorative element. The color palette consists of reddish-brown tones with golden accents and a small amount of blue at the top of the central structure. The chandelier is positioned centrally with its arms extending horizontally against a plain background.
John H. Tercuzzi, Chandelier, c. 1941, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.9402

Chandelier

John H. Tercuzzi · c. 1941 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.9402
The image shows a decorative, oval-shaped dish or basin with intricate patterns along its rim and a handle with scroll-like designs in the center. The color palette is mostly earthy, with shades of brown and bronze, giving the object a metallic appearance. The object is positioned slightly to the right of the center, with the handle structure rising above the middle section of the dish. The signature "John H. Tarbell" is visible in small text towards the bottom right corner of the image.
John H. Tercuzzi, Foot Scraper and Tray, c. 1941, watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.11860

Foot Scraper and Tray

John H. Tercuzzi · c. 1941 · watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.11860
There is an ornamental stand with intricate design elements. The central focus of the image is a tall, vertical stand with an ornate base that curves with three legs ending in acanthus leaf-like flourishes. The stand is made of metal with detailed lines for texture and shine. The middle section is slender and cylindrical, topped with a decorative finial. Behind the stand, there is a silhouetted shape resembling an elaborate frame or plaque with an irregular outline, featuring a hook-like element at the top center. Numbers and letters are annotated around the silhouette, possibly indicating dimensions or style codes. The composition is rendered with attention to detail, suggesting a design sketch for decorative hardware or furniture.
John H. Tercuzzi, Mirror Frame, c. 1940, pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.10328

Mirror Frame

John H. Tercuzzi · c. 1940 · pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.10328
The image shows a large, ornate metal key with a leaf-like design along the stem. The color palette is bronze and dark brown. The key is placed centrally on a plain, off-white background. The manufacturer's name, "JOHN H. TENCUZZI," is inscribed at the base in small letters.
John H. Tercuzzi, Lamp Bracket, c. 1940, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8894

Lamp Bracket

John H. Tercuzzi · c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8894
The image shows a large gilded frame with intricate scrollwork and a central tassel or pendulum. The frame's design includes gold and bronze hues. It is centered within the image, with decorative patterns extending outwards in a balanced composition.
John H. Tercuzzi, Mirror Frame, 1940, watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.5369

Mirror Frame

John H. Tercuzzi · 1940 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.5369
The image shows an old-fashioned sewing machine with a large hand wheel on the right side and a spool of thread above the machine. The color palette includes dark tones with black and metallic shades, accented by intricate yellow and red painted details on the body of the machine. The sewing machine is angled towards the left, with the wheel and the wooden handle prominently displayed on the right. The spool of thread is positioned at the top center, and the flat working surface extends to the left.
John H. Tercuzzi, Sewing Machine, c. 1940, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.13497

Sewing Machine

John H. Tercuzzi · c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.13497
The image shows a vintage iron with a textured handle and a corrugated, metallic pressing surface. The color palette includes muted browns and golden hues. The iron is centrally positioned against a plain background, featuring the handle arching upwards and ridges on the pressing surface. The artist's signature, "JOHN H. TENCZYZKI," is visible in the lower left corner.
John H. Tercuzzi, Fluter, c. 1940, watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.11632

Fluter

John H. Tercuzzi · c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.11632
The image shows an ornate, antique-style door knocker positioned centrally against a plain background. The color palette includes muted bronze and dark brown tones with hints of gold in the detailing. The door knocker's intricate design is vertically aligned in the center of the image. The name "John. H. Tercuzzi." is inscribed in small letters at the lower left of the image.
John H. Tercuzzi, Door Knocker, c. 1940, watercolor and graphite on paperboars, Index of American Design, 1943.8.9647

Door Knocker

John H. Tercuzzi · c. 1940 · watercolor and graphite on paperboars ·  Accession ID  1943.8.9647
The image shows a large, intricately designed decorative bowl with a lattice pattern and open sides. The bowl is predominantly light blue or gray with gold detailing along the rim and edges. The base of the bowl inside has a floral pattern with pink and green hues. It is placed on a light beige background.
John H. Tercuzzi, Bread Basket, c. 1940, watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8602

Bread Basket

John H. Tercuzzi · c. 1940 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8602