Fire Shovel and Tongs

c. 1937

Hans Korsch

Associated Names
Hans Korsch

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows three large fireplace tools: a pair of tongs on the left, a poker in the center, and a shovel on the right. The tools are metallic grey with brass-toned decorative handles and accents. The tongs and poker are positioned upright with their handles facing upward, while the shovel leans to the right. All three tools exhibit detailed craftsmanship, with subtle shadows and intricate textures.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29 x 22.5 cm (11 7/16 x 8 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10289

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: HANS KORSCH

Wikidata ID

Q64572983

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