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Wrought Iron Bit

1935/1942

Gerald Transpota

Associated Names

Gerald Transpota

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays two intricately designed metal objects, possibly horse bits or hardware, with decorative elements and round rings. The color palette includes earthy tones like brown and bronze with a metallic sheen. The objects are positioned horizontally on a light-colored background, allowing their details to be clearly visible.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 24 x 35.7 cm (9 7/16 x 14 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.17754

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64571790

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