Iron Bannister

c. 1936

Edward L. Loper

Associated Names
Edward L. Loper

Artist, American, 1916 - 2011

This is a detailed painting of an ornamental part of a wrought-iron piece, like a fence or railing. The design features scrollwork and floral motifs, including bird figures and stylized leaves, with a central rose element surrounded by smaller flowers. The railing is positioned at the center of the painting, with horizontal lines visible on the top and bottom edges. The background is off-white. An inset diagram in the lower right corner displays the dimensions and outlines of the sculpture, along with the name "Edward Loper".

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

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

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11817


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Edward Loper

Wikidata ID

Q64557385

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