Sewing Holder

c. 1939

Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

Associated Names
Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a three-dimensional illustration of a vintage doorknob set. The doorknob is the main focus, featuring a reflective, translucent blue-gray top set into a wooden fixture with brown tones and red undertones. Below the knob, there is an open section revealing a metallic screw mechanism. The color palette includes warm browns of the wood, metallic steel hues of the screws, and a cool tint on top of the knob. The doorknob is positioned in the center of the image, showcasing wood grain details and a polished appearance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 23 cm (11 x 9 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.13462


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in watercolor: del. 390-1 ernest a. towers jr.

Wikidata ID

Q64559723

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