Cast Iron Fence

1937

Eugene Shellady

Associated Names
Eugene Shellady

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of ornate ironwork. The drawing depicts an intricate iron grill design featuring a series of repeating patterns and shapes. The top of the grill is adorned with detailed fleur-de-lis motifs. Below the fleur-de-lis, the grill consists of a series of arches and swirling shapes, creating a symmetrical and harmonious pattern. The detail in the drawing highlights the craftsmanship and artistry involved in creating such ornamental ironwork.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 51.1 x 38 cm (20 1/8 x 14 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11768

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: E.H. Shellady / 1937

Wikidata ID

Q64560660

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