Railroad Platter

1939

Ralph Atkinson

Associated Names
Ralph Atkinson

Artist, American, 1913 - 1995

This is a drawing of a vintage steam locomotive engraved in a decorative tray. The image depicts a detailed sketch of a steam locomotive with a trailing train on a track, framed within a sculptural design that resembles an ornate tray. The tray appears to have intricate leaf patterns engraved around its border. The drawing includes a title "Profile Sketch" indicating a side view presentation, with some shading and texture to give the impression of embossing or engraving on metal. The locomotive is detailed, showcasing wheels, a smokestack, and a chimney, indicative of industrial design from a historical period. The overall composition combines elements of technical drawing with artistic embellishment.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, pen and ink, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11312


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in black ink: atkinson - 8/39

Wikidata ID

Q64619816

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