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Cast Iron Gate Top

1938

J. Howard Iams

Associated Names

J. Howard Iams

Artist, American, 1897 - 1964

This is a drawing of an ornate architectural element. The image features a decorative piece consisting of two cherubs symmetrically positioned, each holding an urn. The urn is adorned with intricate details. Surrounding the cherubs are curvilinear motifs and ornate flourishes. The drawing is rendered in grayscale, capturing textures and depths with precision.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 24.5 x 34.5 cm (9 5/8 x 13 9/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.11779

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in graphite: J. Howard Iams - 1938

Wikidata ID

Q64579196

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