Fireman's Trumpet

1936

Howard H. Sherman

Associated Names
Howard H. Sherman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an ornate trophy or decorative object. The object is a tall, silver-colored metal piece with a narrow, elongated body topped by an elegantly flared brim. The entire structure appears highly polished and adorned with intricate engravings, including floral and vine motifs along its narrowing body. The base is broad and scalloped, setting off the verticality of the main shaft, which is inscribed with text commemorating an event or achievement. The image is meticulously rendered, with fine shading and line work contributing to the illusion of reflective metallic surfaces.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and heightening on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.7 x 24.5 cm (14 1/16 x 9 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10242


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: HOWARD H. SHERMAN 1936

Wikidata ID

Q64574480

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