Side Panel of a Fire Engine

c. 1938

Elmer G. Anderson

Associated Names
Elmer G. Anderson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts two seated figures facing each other on either side of a central sailing ship. Both figures hold objects; the figure on the left has their arm on an anchor while the other holds a paddle or oar. The color palette consists of earthy tones, with the sculptures in dark browns, bronze, and hints of blue and green. The material appears to be a type of metal, likely bronze, highlighting the textures and contours. The ship has sails unfurled, is centrally placed, and slightly raised between the figures. There are round cutouts present. The sculpture is symmetrical, giving it a balanced appearance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 38.2 x 50 cm (15 1/16 x 19 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10246


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

across bottom: .DRAWN. TO. 1/2. FULL. SIZE. . ELMER. G. ANDERSON.

Wikidata ID

Q64559121

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