Flat Iron Holder

c. 1937

Salvatore Borrazzo

Associated Names
Salvatore Borrazzo

Artist, American, 1916 - 1964

The drawing depicts a detailed, wrought iron-like object with a symmetrical design reminiscent of a trivet or ornamental grate. The main element is an elongated, heart-shaped structure with intricate scrollwork and a star enclosed within a triangle at its center. This shape is affixed to a rod that extends from its base, possibly indicating its function as a handle or support. Both a top view and a side view of the object are illustrated. Textural details and shading techniques suggest a metal or brass composition for the object, giving a sense of weight and antiquated craftsmanship. There is also a scale ruler included in the drawing for dimensional context, enhancing the technical aspect of the illustration.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.6 x 29.2 cm (8 7/8 x 11 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 9 3/8" long; 4 3/4" wide; 1" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15832


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 502, no. 1850.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: S. BORRAZZO

Wikidata ID

Q64630244

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