Tie-back

c. 1938

Harry Jennings

Associated Names
Harry Jennings

Artist, American, 1878 - 1951

This is a drawing of a decorative metal item shaped like a hand. The object is designed to resemble a hand in a gauntlet style, adorned with floral motifs. The hand appears to create a symbol or have a gesture. The coloring features shades of yellow and brown, giving the appearance of aged or tarnished metal. The drawing includes minimalistic lines, with detailed curls and floral elements.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 19.3 x 25.5 cm (7 5/8 x 10 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 2 3/4" wide; 7" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15093

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center right in graphite: Harry Jennings

Wikidata ID

Q64573258

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