Spur

1935/1942

William Hoffman

Associated Names
William Hoffman

Artist, American, born Poland, 1883 - unknown

This is a painting of an ornately designed dagger or ceremonial weapon. The artwork depicts a side view of a weapon adorned with intricate and decorative details. The hilt is richly embellished with floral motifs and patterns, including a central circular element resembling a sun or starburst with pointed rays extending outward. The handle of the weapon is intricately carved, featuring a symmetrical arrangement involving curves and crescent shapes. The color palette is muted, with shades of brown, beige, and gentle highlights. This is in the style of a traditional or cultural artifact illustration, capturing detailed craftsmanship and artistic flair associated with artifacts from historical collections.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 26.8 x 35.6 cm (10 9/16 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.14697


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64637430

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