Cast Iron Cat's Head

1935/1942

Jane Iverson

Associated Names
Jane Iverson

Artist, American, 1910 - 1997

The sculpture is a relief of a large cat's face. It has detailed eyes, a large nose, and whiskers sculpted into the surface. The material appears to be metal, possibly bronze or a similar alloy, exhibiting a warm, golden-brown patina with hints of reddish tones. The sculpture is mounted on a flat, square plate with four holes at the corners for attachment. The cat's face stares directly outward with an intense gaze, dominating the view with its detailed craftsmanship.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40.7 x 30.4 cm (16 x 11 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 12" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17009

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

verso: center in graphite: Jane Iverson / Metal Cathead / Began June 10, 39 / Finished Aug 31, 39 / Mass-me-20

Wikidata ID

Q64580834

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