Wall Rack for Newspapers

1939

Lloyd Charles Lemcke

Associated Names
Lloyd Charles Lemcke

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a wooden carving of a shield with a bird at its center. The bird has an elongated beak and prominent wings, appearing to be in mid-flight or landing with its talons extended. The sculpture is made of wood with rich brown tones highlighting its natural grain and texture. It features intricate leaf-like patterns decorating its edges, giving it an embellished appearance. The wood appears polished with a slightly glossy finish, enhancing the carved details. The sculpture is displayed against a plain, light-colored background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40.7 x 30.5 cm (16 x 12 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Back: 19x15 in. Front: 8 x 9 inches

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.5389

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in graphite: Lloyd Charles Lemcke / 1939

Wikidata ID

Q64593253

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