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Flat Iron Holder

c. 1939

Charles Garjian

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Charles Garjian

Artist, American, c. 1900 - unknown

This is a drawing of a trivet. The trivet is depicted in a three-dimensional perspective and as a flat plan view. It has an elongated, teardrop shape with ornate designs, including scrolling and floral motifs. The trivet has three short legs that elevate it slightly. A scale is shown next to the trivet. The drawing emphasizes the ornamental and functional aspects of the trivet.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 22.7 x 28.4 cm (8 15/16 x 11 3/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 7 7/16" long; 3 11/16" wide
Accession Number

1943.8.15791

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64538605

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