Door Knocker

c. 1937

Grace Halpin

Associated Names
Grace Halpin

Artist, American, 1909 - 1978

The image shows a sculptural relief depicting the head and upper torso of a figure. The figure is facing forward in a direct frontal position. The facial features of the sculptural figure are classical in style, with a straight nose, defined lips, and deep-set eyes. The hair is stylized in a classical manner and partly obscured by an elaborate headdress adorned with leaf-like decorations. The figure is adorned with draped garments and a prominent medallion near the neckline. The background is a plain, light-colored surface. The signature "Grace Phillips" is noted in the bottom right corner of the image.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35 x 24.5 cm (13 3/4 x 9 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9689


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Grace Halpin

Wikidata ID

Q64572726

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