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Fencing

1937

Eugene Shellady

Associated Names

Eugene Shellady

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an ornate wrought iron gate with intricate scrollwork and floral motifs, alongside a substantial and detailed post. The color palette is primarily monochromatic, dominated by shades of gray and black. Positioned centrally, the gate features decorative elements, while the post stands prominently to its right. The composition is set against an off-white background, highlighting the details of the ironwork.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 51 x 38.4 cm (20 1/16 x 15 1/8 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.11785

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center right in graphite: E. H. Shellady / 1937

Wikidata ID

Q64560663

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