Cast Iron Gate and Fence

c. 1936

Al Curry

Associated Names
Al Curry

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an iron gate and posts. The image depicts an architectural illustration of an ornamental iron gate flanked by two tall, decorative posts, each topped with a streetlamp. In the background, there is a building façade with multiple windows and an ornate balcony railing. The gate and posts are intricately drawn, focusing on the elaborate patterns and designs typical of a gothic or Victorian style. The pavement in the foreground consists of large, square stones. This illustration likely serves as both an artistic depiction and a technical representation of ironwork.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.5 x 23 cm (12 x 9 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11901


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in black ink: Iron Gate and Posts

Wikidata ID

Q64533560

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