Silver Flagon: Detail

c. 1936

Lawrence Flynn

Associated Names
Lawrence Flynn

Artist, American, 1900 - 1973

The image features a central inscription surrounded by an oval laurel wreath stating, "A GIFT to the first CHURCH of CHRIST in DERBY by N. FRENCH 1781." Below the inscription are detailed drawings of architectural and ornamental elements, including a cornice, a classic capital, and a decorative element resembling an engraved stone or jewel.Each object is outlined with fine lines, suggesting a design blueprint or illustration intended for architectural use or decorative arts. The elements display a neoclassical style with clean, geometric lines and understated elegance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.2 x 22.9 cm (11 1/8 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.14109


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Lawrence / Flynn

Wikidata ID

Q64592743

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