Toy Cannon

1938

Albert Geuppert

Associated Names
Albert Geuppert

Artist, American, 1911 - 1957

This is a painting depicting an unusual sculptural object. It features a central cylindrical form mounted on two angled structures that curve outward and downward, ending in pointed tips. The object has a metallic look with joints between the parts, giving it an industrial or mechanical feel. The artwork is created in the style of Salvador Dalí, with muted tones and precise lines blending realistic depiction with a fantastical concept. The composition is set against a plain, light background, emphasizing the intricate details and imaginative design of the central form.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 24.3 x 33.4 cm (9 9/16 x 13 1/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 18 3/4" long; 4 1/4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15754


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Albert Gueppert 38

Wikidata ID

Q64533828

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