Pioneeer Broad Axe

c. 1941

Glenn Wilson

Associated Names
Glenn Wilson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a large, wooden-handled axe with a wide, dark brown blade. The color palette is earthy, featuring various shades of brown. The axe's blade is positioned to the right side of the image, with the handle tapering down to the left, slightly bent, and occupying the central area of the frame. The handle has a lighter brown color with visible wood grain patterns.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.1 x 19.5 cm (11 1/16 x 7 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8339

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64572567

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