Gold Spike

c. 1936

Sebastian Simonet

Associated Names
Sebastian Simonet

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an abstract composition with a tall, slender geometric shape against a black background. The central object is an elongated, pyramid-like obelisk with clean, angular lines, a smooth, reflective surface, and a broadened base. To the left, within an outlined rectangle, there is a simple line drawing of the same form, emphasizing its smooth contours and silhouette.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 23 cm (11 x 9 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11365

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64630687

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