Grandfather Clock

c. 1936

Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

Associated Names
Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a grandfather clock. The image shows three architectural sketches of a classical grandfather clock, showcasing the front, cut-out front, and side views. The clock features an ornate top section with a decorative headpiece and a visible clock face with roman numerals. The main body of the clock is elongated and rectangular with a panel indicating a traditional wooden finish. The side view highlights the clock's depth and structure, with fine line work outlining grain patterns for texture, and the clock standing on small carved feet. The overall impression is one of precision and attention to detail typically found in clock construction.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.8 x 26.4 cm (14 1/8 x 10 3/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 87"high; 19 1/4"wide; 9 1/4"deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.4834


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Ernest Towers Jr.

Wikidata ID

Q64559639

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