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Door Latch and Handle

c. 1939

Paul Poffinbarger

Associated Names

Paul Poffinbarger

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a vertical lock plate with intricate designs including floral and geometric shapes. The color palette consists of shades of bronze with variations in the engravings. The lock plate is placed centrally on a plain beige background, highlighting the detailed craftsmanship.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 45.9 x 34.4 cm (18 1/16 x 13 9/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.12003

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: PAUL W. POFFINBARGER

Wikidata ID

Q64619108

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