Door Handle

1935/1942

Richard Barnett

Associated Names
Richard Barnett

Artist, American, 1918 - 1986

The image features two large, dark triangular shapes connected by a central elongated, curved piece. The triangles are similar to iron plates with visible rivets, resembling an ancient hinge. The design may evoke mechanical or structural elements commonly seen in tools and architectural fittings.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 38 x 26.1 cm (14 15/16 x 10 1/4 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 10 1/8" high; 3" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16780

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Richard / Barnett

Wikidata ID

Q64620467

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