Wood Carving - Scroll

c. 1939

Harry King

Associated Names
Harry King

Artist, American, 1917 - 2001

This is a painting of an architectural ornament. The image shows a single detailed element, resembling a volute or scroll, possibly a part of a capital or decorative molding. It is painted realistically in shades of brown and ochre. The background is plain, highlighting the ornate shape and the interplay of light and shadow on its surface. The style is reminiscent of 19th-century academic architectural illustrations.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40.8 x 31 cm (16 1/16 x 12 3/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 9 3/4" high; 4 3/4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9201

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573273

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