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Balcony Railings

c. 1936

Aurelia Arbo

Associated Names

Aurelia Arbo

Artist, American, 1909 - 1993

The image shows a drawing of a historic building facade with open shutters. The upper section of the building is depicted with multiple windows with open shutters. A street lamp and a classical sculpture are in the foreground. The drawing emphasizes details like cornices and decorative motifs on the building facade, creating depth using shading and lines. The composition evokes a classic architectural charm, conveying historical significance and elegance.

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Artwork overview

Medium

pen and ink and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 52.1 x 27.5 cm (20 1/2 x 10 13/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.11845

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64536407

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