Flat Iron Holder

c. 1937

Benjamin Resnick

Associated Names
Benjamin Resnick

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a decorative fragment with an intricate design. The drawing features two main views of the same object. The larger illustration shows a detailed, abstract, spiky shape that appears ornate and somewhat symmetrical. Above it, a smaller view displays the same shape from a different angle. Below these, there's a technical-looking side view with measurements. The shaded rendering gives the object a metallic appearance. The background is a plain, light color.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.8 x 22.1 cm (11 5/16 x 8 11/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 5/8" long; 4 1/2" wide; 1 1/2" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15785


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: B. Resnick.

Wikidata ID

Q64537215

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