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Meet the 50 makers selected from more than 1,600 submissions

Latch

c. 1936

John R. Towers

Associated Names

John R. Towers

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an arrangement of geometric shapes with straight and curved lines forming a complex, abstract design. The main shape consists of a semi-circle attached to rectangular extensions. Below is a small bulbous shape resembling a pawn in chess. The composition suggests mechanical equipment or architectural elements, exploring form and function.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 36 x 26.1 cm (14 3/16 x 10 1/4 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.12013

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: J.R. TOWERS DE

Wikidata ID

Q64583857

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