Clock

c. 1936

Lawrence Phillips

Associated Names
Lawrence Phillips

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an Empire shelf clock. The image displays detailed architectural drawings of an Empire-style shelf clock, such as a top plan, front elevation, and side elevation view. The drawing meticulously details dimensions and elements of the clock, focusing on decorative and structural aspects like columns on the front elevation and the clock’s dial. An enlarged detail of the clock hands, showcasing intricate design work, is also shown. This document appears to be a blueprint used for planning or manufacturing such a clock, reflecting the style of around 1825.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 19.9 x 25 cm (7 13/16 x 9 13/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 33 1/2"x 22 1/2"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.4789


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

(Scale indications)

Wikidata ID

Q64592806

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