Silver Momento

c. 1940

Lawrence Flynn

Associated Names
Lawrence Flynn

Artist, American, 1900 - 1973

This is a drawing of two sides of a medallion. The drawing presents the obverse and reverse sides of an oval-shaped medallion with intricate designs and inscriptions. Both sides have detailed line work suggesting texture and design intricacies common in medallions. The obverse appears to have a more figurative or symbolic depiction, including what seems to be an emblem or crest, while the reverse might contain additional symbolism or text. The detailing suggests careful attention to the representation of the medallion's surface. The drawing captures both sides in a symmetrical composition where each side is flanked by ribbon-like elements.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.6 x 24.9 cm (12 1/16 x 9 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.14494


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: LAWRENCE FLYNN

Wikidata ID

Q64592763

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