Andirons

c. 1936

James O'Mara

Associated Names
James O'Mara

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a large decorative andiron with elaborate patterns and a tall finial. The color palette includes shades of gold, brass, and light brown. Positioned prominently in the center and slightly right of the drawing, the andiron has a curved base with delicate scrollwork and stands on three small feet. In the top left corner, there is a sketched illustration of a similar design with an indication of the height in inches. The artist's signature, "JAMES O'MARA," is located at the bottom right corner.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.9 x 22.2 cm (11 3/8 x 8 3/4 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 8 5/8" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8817

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: JAMES O'MARA

Wikidata ID

Q64580677

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