Iron Railing

c. 1936

Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

Associated Names
Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an ornate architectural design. The image shows a detailed ornamental design that appears to be a wrought iron or carved wood embellishment for architectural purposes. The main feature is a T-shaped element with intricate scrollwork and floral motifs. The drawing includes dimensional markings, suggesting it is a design plan for builders or craftsmen. Above the main feature is a border of similar ornamental design, and to the bottom left, there is a small scale drawing that shows the entire design in relation to its intended architectural application.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 37 x 26.8 cm (14 9/16 x 10 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11816


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: DEL. 156-1 ERNEST TOWERS JR

Wikidata ID

Q64559720

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