Cast Iron Balcony Rail

c. 1936

Ray Price

Associated Names
Ray Price

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an ornate wrought iron balcony railing. The drawing features a detailed depiction of a balcony with a series of vertical, intricately designed iron balusters that resemble stylized floral or acanthus leaf patterns. The railing is seen against a backdrop of a rectangular window with a simple grid of panes. The floor of the balcony is drawn with parallel lines suggesting wooden planks. The artwork is created with precise lines and shading, indicating a focus on the structural and decorative aspects of architectural design. The drawing is presented in a monochrome palette that emphasizes the intricacy of the ironwork detail.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.9 x 30.5 cm (9 x 12 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11690


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64620121

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