Marble Ornament (from top of mantelpiece)

c. 1937

Manuel G. Runyan

Associated Names
Manuel G. Runyan

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture features a central shield-like form surrounded by ornate scroll-like flourishes on both sides. It is primarily composed of a light beige material with variations in color suggesting texture. The design appears symmetrical, with a central focus that includes layered indentations and a raised, diamond-shaped pattern in the center. Small detailed sketches surrounding the primary depiction show different angles or layers of the design.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.6 x 25.8 cm (14 x 10 3/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 9 3/4" wide; 9 5/8" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12623

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Manuel G. Runyan

Wikidata ID

Q64594852

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