Flat Iron Holder

c. 1940

Neva Coffey

Associated Names
Neva Coffey

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a decorative metallic strap hinge. The upper view is a simplified outline profile, while the lower view is a detailed perspective rendering showing textures and engravings. The images are on a neutral background, highlighting the craftsmanship of historical metalwork. It is in the style of an architectural drawing or antiquarian study.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.1 x 21.5 cm (11 7/16 x 8 7/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 7 1/8" long; 4 5/8" wide; 1 3/16" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15907

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 502, no. 1814.

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Neva Coffey

Wikidata ID

Q64618193

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