Cast Ornament

c. 1941

Henry Zwysen

Associated Names
Henry Zwysen

Artist, American, 1878 - 1969

This is a drawing of an ornate ornamental panel featuring a cherubic figure. The drawing depicts an intricately designed framework of curls and floral motifs, with a central image of a winged cherub holding an object in its hand. Around the cherub, there is elaborate scrollwork and decorative floral patterns filling the panel. At the top of the drawing, there is an arrangement resembling a basket of fruits and flowers. The meticulous detail and symmetry suggest skilled craftsmanship, evoking classical and baroque art styles.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 42.7 x 35.6 cm (16 13/16 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11758


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Henry Awyson - III

Wikidata ID

Q64574058

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