Zoar Shingle Axe

c. 1937

Clarence Horton

Associated Names
Clarence Horton

Artist, American, 1914 - 1991

The image depicts three detailed illustrations of a traditional carpenter's tool, showcasing the head and handle of an axe. The main illustration shows an axe head with a wooden handle extending to the right. Below is a smaller circular side view of the axe head, revealing a metallic component in the center. Another view displays the end of the handle and its attachment within the axe head. The color scheme consists of rich browns and reds, with hints of metallic textures. The objects are arranged in the top left, center, and bottom right on an off-white background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.9 x 28 cm (9 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 11" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3862


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: CLARENCE / HORTON

Wikidata ID

Q64540057

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