Iron Gate

1938

Ralph Atkinson

Associated Names
Ralph Atkinson

Artist, American, 1913 - 1995

This is a drawing of ornate wrought iron gates. The artwork shows two detailed sections of intricate, swirling and floral wrought iron designs. The left section features symmetrical scrollwork and floral motifs, while the right section displays a partial view with brickwork beneath, suggesting it is attached to a supporting wall. The dark lines and shading in the drawing emphasize the solid and elegant nature of the metalwork against the light background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.5 x 46.5 cm (12 x 18 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11778

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: R A E / 1/5/38

Wikidata ID

Q64619832

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