Wrought and Cast Iron Gate

c. 1936

Al Curry

Associated Names
Al Curry

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a decorative iron street gate. The drawing depicts a detailed design of a wrought iron gate with an ornate pattern, including scrolls and swirling motifs at both the top panel and throughout the vertical bars of the gate. The gate is positioned between two brick walls at the entrance of a pathway. The top part of the gate is framed with a horizontal cornice. The drawing is labeled "Street Gate" at the bottom left corner. The entire composition is rendered in precise lines, emphasizing the craftsmanship of the wrought iron work and the architectural elements surrounding it.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.7 x 22.7 cm (12 1/16 x 8 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11907


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in black ink: Street Gate

Wikidata ID

Q64533564

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