Conductor Head

1938

Kurt Melzer

Associated Names
Kurt Melzer

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a large, ornate architectural downspout against a plain background. It features decorative elements such as stars and circular designs, constructed primarily of metal with a patina finish. The color scheme includes earthy tones such as browns, bronzes, and golds. The downspout is centrally placed in the image, with a wider top portion tapering towards the bottom. Small scroll-like elements extend from either side of the top section, and the artist's signature is visible in the lower right corner.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 51.1 x 40.8 cm (20 1/8 x 16 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 25 3/4" wide; 19 3/4" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12771

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Kurt Melzer

Wikidata ID

Q64592601

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