Flat Iron Holder

c. 1938

Albert Taxson

Associated Names
Albert Taxson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an object. The image shows two views of a teardrop-shaped or leaf-shaped item. It appears to be a metal grid with angled and segmented lines creating a geometric pattern. The top view displays a circular feature at one end, potentially a handle. The bottom view highlights the thickness of the framework. The drawing is technical, focusing on the form's details. Shading adds depth and a three-dimensional effect.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 29 × 22.9 cm (11 7/16 × 9 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 7/8" long; 11/16" thick

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3663

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Albert Taxon

Wikidata ID

Q64533991

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