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The Anvil

1928

George Biddle

Associated Names

George Biddle

Artist, American, 1885 - 1973

This is a drawing of three individuals engaged in a blacksmithing activity. In the artwork, there are three figures holding hammers, standing around what appears to be a fire or forge. They are dressed in broad hats and loose clothing. Bold contrast and shading create movement and focus on the central action. The style and composition suggest an expressive portrayal of manual labor, emphasizing the physicality and coordination required in the craft depicted.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

Image: 260 x 260 mm
Sheet: 370 x 316 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.901
Catalogue Raisonné

Pennigar #88

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

In pencil: lower right, The Anvil / Biddle - 1928 / 12/50. In the stone: lower right, 54

Wikidata ID

Q76550088

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