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Foot Scraper

c. 1937

Holger Hansen

Associated Names

Holger Hansen

Artist, American, born Denmark, 1883 - unknown

The image displays a metallic U-shaped object with curved ends and flat bases with holes, likely for mounting or support. The color palette is predominantly grey with monochromatic tones, giving it a vintage or industrial appearance. The object is positioned centrally on a plain, light background contrasting with the dark tone of the object.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 28.8 x 22.6 cm (11 5/16 x 8 7/8 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.11882

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: HOLGER HANSEN

Wikidata ID

Q64574358

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