Iron Railing and Gate

c. 1936

James M. Lawson

Associated Names
James M. Lawson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of ornate ironwork fencing. The image features intricately designed wrought ironwork with floral and curvilinear motifs forming a pattern. The background is black, contrasting with the lighter iron color. Two vertical posts anchor the fence, with smaller decorative elements at the top. The design highlights classical decorative ironwork often seen in historic architecture.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 24.8 x 34 cm (9 3/4 x 13 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11820

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64580496

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