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Stone Gate Post

c. 1939

Rose Campbell-Gerke

Associated Names

Rose Campbell-Gerke

Artist, American, 1879-1964

The sculpture features intricate carvings with swirling patterns and floral motifs. The top portion is richly decorated, while the lower part is rough and unfinished. The sculpture is a natural stone gray, likely made of stone material. It is a heavy, robust piece standing upright with a rounded top and a flat bottom, possibly functioning as an architectural or decorative element.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.7 x 24.4 cm (14 1/16 x 9 5/8 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.11373

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: ROSE CAMPBELL-GERKE

Wikidata ID

Q64629901

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