Andiron (one of pair)

c. 1938

Gordon Sanborn

Associated Names
Gordon Sanborn

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a metal fireplace andiron. The image shows an andiron with a vertical post and a smaller spherical element, mounted on a curved horizontal base with circular feet. The elongated horizontal bar extends to the back, providing support for logs in a fireplace. The drawing is monochromatic, emphasizing the metallic texture and form of the object.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40.9 x 30.7 cm (16 1/8 x 12 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 17 3/4" high; 11 1/4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8257

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64572642

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