Toast Rack

c. 1939

Gordon Sanborn

Associated Names
Gordon Sanborn

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a simplistic and abstract structure. The image features bent metal rods forming two arc shapes in descending order from left to right, mounted on a flat, horizontal bar. This structure is supported by four perpendicular rods, resembling legs. To the right, a long, flat extension protrudes, tapering slightly at the end. The artwork is executed against a plain, light background, enhancing the focus on the form and composition of the structure. The tones are subtle, possibly indicating the work was created with pencil or charcoal, giving it a textured, muted appearance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.1 x 38 cm (11 1/16 x 14 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 9" wide; 2" deep; 6 3/8" high; 17" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15124


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: G. SANBORN

Wikidata ID

Q64572665

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